The walls of the Santiago Bernabéu trembled last night — not from the roar of fans, but from the furious voice of Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez, who reportedly stormed into the locker room following the team’s humiliating 1-0 defeat to Liverpool. Witnesses described the atmosphere as “explosive,” with the club president delivering one of the harshest dressing-downs in years.

According to reports from Marca and AS, Pérez shouted at the players, “You have dishonored this badge! You have disrespected millions of fans! I cannot and will not accept behavior like this on the field!” Moments later, he made a shocking decision that sent shockwaves across the football world — five first-team stars have been officially excluded from the starting eleven for the foreseeable future.

The names of the excluded players have not been officially confirmed by the club, but sources close to the locker room revealed that the list includes several of the most recognizable figures in Madrid’s lineup. According to multiple leaks, those players are Rodrygo, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Ferland Mendy, Luka Modrić, and even captain Dani Carvajal.

Yes — even the legendary Modrić, one of the most respected figures in the squad, is said to have faced Pérez’s wrath. Insiders claim that the 38-year-old Croatian was “visibly heartbroken” after being told he would be benched for the next several matches. “Florentino feels that some veterans are no longer showing the fighting spirit required to wear this shirt,” one source revealed.

The tension reportedly began minutes after the final whistle at Anfield. The defeat was especially painful because Real Madrid looked uninspired and disconnected, producing only two shots on target in 90 minutes. Liverpool’s pressing, energy, and determination exposed Madrid’s lack of intensity — something that Pérez, known for his ruthless pursuit of excellence, found unacceptable.

Eyewitnesses said Pérez entered the locker room red-faced and trembling with rage. “Do you think this is Real Madrid?!” he shouted, slamming his hand on the table. “I built this team for glory, not to see you walking around like tourists!” Players sat in stunned silence, unable to look him in the eye.

Even manager Carlo Ancelotti was reportedly caught off guard by the president’s direct involvement. Normally calm and composed, Ancelotti is said to have attempted to defuse the situation, but Pérez interrupted him sharply, declaring, “From now on, changes will be made — immediately.”

By morning, the decision was clear: the five players would be removed from the starting lineup for Real Madrid’s next La Liga and Champions League fixtures. Training sessions at Valdebebas were described as “tense and awkward,” with some players fearing they might be next.

Fans reacted with mixed emotions. On one hand, many supporters applauded Pérez for taking decisive action. “Finally, someone is demanding accountability,” one fan wrote on social media. “We’re tired of excuses and lack of passion.” Others, however, criticized the move as impulsive and unfair. “You can’t just humiliate players like that in public,” one user argued. “This is Real Madrid, not a dictatorship.”

Spanish pundits are also divided. Football journalist José Luis Sánchez stated, “This is Florentino Pérez sending a message — no one is untouchable, not even the legends.” Meanwhile, ex-player Guti commented, “He’s right to demand more, but such decisions can destroy the dressing room spirit if not handled properly.”

Interestingly, reports indicate that Pérez may now demand a “full internal review” of the squad, including performance data, discipline, and attitude assessments. Some insiders even suggest that this could accelerate Real Madrid’s long-term plan to rebuild the team around Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Jr., and Endrick, signaling the beginning of a new era — and the end for some of Madrid’s older stars.

As of now, none of the benched players have spoken publicly. However, sources close to Modrić and Carvajal claim both are “deeply disappointed” by the president’s remarks. “They’ve given their lives for this club,” one friend of Modrić said. “To be treated like that after one bad game is incredibly painful.”

Still, Florentino Pérez is known for one thing: he doesn’t bluff. When he makes a decision, it’s final. Whether this bold move will spark a resurgence or tear the dressing room apart remains to be seen — but one thing is certain: Real Madrid has just entered a storm that could redefine its future.

As one Spanish commentator perfectly put it:

“When Pérez speaks, even legends tremble. And this time, no one is safe.”