Arbeloa has been linked with Xabi's position as senior Real Madrid coach this past after back-to-back defeats to Celta Vigo in LaLiga and Manchester City in the Champions League - both at home.
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Victory at Alaves on Sunday night has eased pressure on Xabi, while Arbeloa also shut down rumours of succeeding his former teammate on the weekend.
After Castilla's win against Guadalaraja, Arbeloa was asked about the rumours and replied emphatically: "No!
"I'm the Castilla coach and I'm focused on that. On my players, on the matches ahead, on training, and there's nothing else on my mind."
He also said, . "Anyone who thinks Real Madrid is finished is very wrong. Xabi is an outstanding coach."