Xabi Alonso exits Bayer Leverkusen, looks to become new Real Madrid manager

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has confirmed he’ll depart the membership on the finish of this season, with stories suggesting he’ll take over as Actual Madrid’s new supervisor.

The 43-year-old Spaniard instructed his gamers the information earlier than Friday’s coaching session. His present contract runs till 2026, however he has chosen to step down a yr early.

Forward of his last residence recreation with the German side, Alonso shared:

That is the appropriate second to announce it. Readability is sweet for everybody.

Alonso, a former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder, took cost of Leverkusen in October 2022 after they have been close to the underside of the Bundesliga. Beneath his management, the staff gained the league and cup double final season, an achievement by no means seen earlier than on the membership.

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A proud Alonso mentioned he was glad about what he’s achieved with the Bundesliga facet:

I believe that we will be completely happy, we will be happy with what we now have achieved throughout this time.

Though Leverkusen made historical past by going unbeaten within the Bundesliga final season, this yr they couldn’t preserve the identical type and now sit eight factors behind champions Bayern Munich with two matches remaining. He added:

I’ve tried to squeeze them as a lot as doable. They’ve given me a lot, so perhaps we’re empty proper now.

Actual Madrid goal Alonso

Actual Madrid are anticipated to call Alonso as their supervisor on a three-year deal. Present boss Carlo Ancelotti is rumoured to be leaving on the finish of the season and will take cost of Brazil’s nationwide staff forward of the 2026 World Cup.

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If appointed, Alonso can be tasked with rebuilding Madrid after a shaky season stuffed with inconsistent performances.