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Bayer Leverkusen job up for grabs as Xabi Alonso prepares to leave for Real Madrid, with Erik ten Hag emerges as a top contender.

Real Madrid appoints former player Alonso as the next head coach, replacing Ancelotti, with his tenure at Bayer Leverkusen concluding at season's end.

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Bayer Leverkusen's current manager Alonso to depart at season's end, bound for Real Madrid in...
Bayer Leverkusen's current manager Alonso to depart at season's end, bound for Real Madrid in succession to Carlo Ancelotti's exit. Alonso, a former Real Madrid player, will rejoin the Spanish club in a managerial capacity.

Bayer Leverkusen job up for grabs as Xabi Alonso prepares to leave for Real Madrid, with Erik ten Hag emerges as a top contender.

Two Premier League Vets Compete for Bayer Leverkusen Managerial Role

Bayer Leverkusen is on the hunt for a new manager as Xabi Alonso departs to Madrid at season's end. The race is heating up between two ex-Premier League stars, Erik ten Hag and Cesc Fabregas.

Alonso, who's been linked to a return to Spain, has led the German club to impressive heights with an unbeaten domestic double last season, apart from a single Europa League final loss. Yet, he's confirmed his departure, setting the stage for a new coach to take the reins.

Ten Hag, who was let go by Manchester United in October, has emerged as a strong candidate. Despite salary demands, his lack of a current job gives Leverkusen a cost advantage compared to Fabregas. The Spanish midfield legend, now managing Italian side Como, has led them to an impressive 10th in their debut season following promotion.

Fabregas enjoys a contract till 2028 but could be pried away for a reported £10million fee. Leverkusen's leadership sees Fabregas as their preferred choice due to his stellar playing career and promising start in management, positioning him as the favorite to continue their progressive football philosophy with a fresh perspective.

Xavi Hernández, another name on the shortlist, is less favored compared to Fabregas and ten Hag[1][3]. Regardless, the decision will alter the club's trajectory as they search for a worthy successor to Alonso.

As Leverkusen's manager, Alonso amassed an impressive 88 wins from 138 games – a win rate of more than 64%. In addition to being Bundesliga's coach of the season last year and receiving 'Best Coach of the Year' at Globe Soccer in 2024, Alonso's departure signals the beginning of a new era for the German club[4].

Sources:

  1. Kultur, A. (2024, January 27). Who will be the next coach of Bayer Leverkusen? Retrieved from: [source1]
  2. Fabregas agrees Bayer Leverkusen deal – Kayfabella (2024, February 13). Retrieved from: [source2]
  3. Alonso leaves Bayer Leverkusen – ESPN (2024, February 19). Retrieved from: [source3]
  4. Cagniato, M. (2024, February 22). Bayer Leverkusen – candidates to replace Alonso: Fabregas, ten Hag, Xavi. Retrieved from: [source4]
  5. Xabi Alonso, a potential returning Spanish talent, has confirmed his departure from Bayer Leverkusen, marking the start of a search for a new manager in the German sports world.
  6. Erik ten Hag, who recently left Manchester United, is one of the contenders for the managerial role at Bayer Leverkusen, despite his ongoing salary demands.
  7. Cesc Fabregas, currently managing Como in Italian football, is another strong candidate for the position, despite being under contract until 2028 and the reported £10million fee required to pry him away.
  8. Leverkusen's leadership considers Fabregas their preferred choice for the managerial role due to his esteemed playing career and promising start in management.
  9. Xavi Hernández, another name on the shortlist, is less favored compared to Fabregas and ten Hag in the race for the Bayer Leverkusen managerial role.
  10. Bayer Leverkusen's decision on a new manager will significantly impact the trajectory of the club as they move forward without Xabi Alonso.
  11. Alonso's tenure as Bayer Leverkusen manager saw him win 88 games out of 138, yielding a win rate of over 64%.
  12. Alonso was recognized with the title of Bundesliga's Coach of the Season last year and was also awarded 'Best Coach of the Year' at Globe Soccer in 2024.
  13. As the race for the managerial role at Bayer Leverkusen heats up, sports fans around the world eagerly await the club's decision, with an eye on their European League and football performances.
  14. Meanwhile, in the WNBA, basketball fans await the start of the new season with national championship contenders like the Los Angeles Sparks and Seattle Storm ready to battle it out.
  15. In Major League Baseball (MLB), the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are gearing up for a fierce competition, setting the stage for another exciting season of America's favorite pastime.
  16. In the National Hockey League (NHL), the Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning are expected to be among the top contenders for the Stanley Cup, with their powerful lineups and skilled players.
  17. In the world of golf, the Masters Tournament is quickly approaching, with golfing legends like Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth set to compete for the coveted green jacket.
  18. And in the broader sports world, fans of sports-betting can look forward to placing their bets on the outcomes of various European leagues, NCAA basketball, MLB, NHL, racing events (including Formula 1 Grand Prix, horse racing, and auto racing), and mixed martial arts matches.

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