The former Spanish midfielder was heavily linked with managerial roles at Madrid, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich last summer. ..Continue Reading
Despite the interest, Alonso committed to Bayer Leverkusen, guiding them to an exceptional Bundesliga-winning season.
With the summer transfer window approaching, reports suggest that Alonso is now poised to depart Leverkusen and replace Carlo Ancelotti at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plenttenberg wrote on social media: “BREAKING EXCL | It’s now official and decided: Xabi #Alonso has informed Bayer 04 Leverkusen that he will leave the club at the end of the season. He is set to join Real Madrid!
“Alonso may announce it himself at today’s press conference.”
Speaking about his future on Friday, Alonso himself confirmed his exit, he said: “The club and I have agreed that these two last games will be my last as Bayer Leverkusen coach.”
With the transfer window approaching, reports indicate that Xabi Alonso has identified three key positions where he wants Real Madrid to strengthen.
Madrid are expected to secure the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold, following the full-back’s announcement of his departure from Liverpool on Monday.
According to Spanish outlet MARCA, the club is also prioritizing reinforcements at left-back, center-back, and midfield.
Bournemouth’s rising talent, Dean Huijsen, has emerged as their primary target for the center-back position. The young defender has impressed in the Premier League, attracting interest from top clubs including Madrid, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United.
Madrid’s season has been challenging, with their Champions League campaign ending in a quarter-final defeat to Arsenal.
In La Liga, they trail Barcelona by four points in the title race, setting the stage for a crucial showdown between the two rivals this weekend.
