Real Madrid in crisis as SIX players refuse to speak to Alvaro Arbeloa while fights break out in training

Real Madrid is facing a complete crisis as reports of players fighting during training and refusing to speak to Alvaro Arbeloa have emerged.

Although they are by no means having a terrible season, by Real Madrid's high standards the 2025/26 campaign has not been acceptable.

The Spanish giants are 11 points behind fierce rivals Barcelona in La Liga and were knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich, meaning they look set to go trophyless for a second season in a row.

It's clear that this pressure is felt within the club itself, reflected by the fact that former manager Xabi Alonso was sacked back in January for unacceptable results.

But with the situation failing to improve, it appears this pressure has reached a tipping point as various reports have confirmed there are serious issues behind the scenes at the club.

As reported by Spanish outlet Marca, star players Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni were involved in a heated argument during training today that even became physical.

The two players are said to have confronted each other during the session, pushing one another, before continuing the heated argument in the dressing room

This reported fight comes just days after Antonio Rudiger reportedly slapped Alvaro Carreras during another training session, reflecting how disjointed the players are.

But they aren't the only ones angry at Real Madrid, as the report adds that the dressing room is becoming more and more frustrated with manager Arbeloa, with as many as six said to be not talking to the Spanish boss.

These explosive incidents at Real Madrid couldn't come at a worse time as they face Barcelona in El Clasico with one point enough for Hansi Flick's side to clinch the title.

Real Madrid fans turn on Kylian Mbappe with viral petition

The tension at Real Madrid is clearly being felt across the fanbase as well as in the club itself, as millions of fans have gone online to demand star striker Mbappe leave the club.

Spanish media supporters are angry with the forward's decision to go on holiday in Italy with actor and partner Ester Exposito last weekend amid the club's current situation.

This led to the creation of online petition calling for the star to be sold which at the time of writing has nearly 20 million signatures.

The petition reads: "”If you believe change is necessary, do not remain silent: sign this petition and defend what you believe is best for the future of the club."

However, Mbappe's representatitves have since spoken out to defend the Frenchman and hit back at any suggestions of wrongdoing.

"Part of the criticism is based on an over-interpretation of elements related to a recovery period strictly supervised by the club, without reflecting the reality of Kylian’s commitment and the work he puts in every day for the team," the statement read.