Coach Ancelotti offers his thoughts on Xabi Alonso
Headline: Why Xabi Alonso Could Be the Next Man in Charge at Real Madrid, According to Carlo Ancelotti
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As gossip swirls around Carlo Ancelotti's future at Real Madrid, rumors have been raging about his possible successor - none other than his former teammate, Xabi Alonso. In an unexpected twist, Ancelotti himself has expressed admiration for Alonso's coaching skills.
With his contract extension in Madrid till 2026, the stage is set for a dramatic shakeup this summer. Ancelotti, praised Alonso's remarkable achievements at Bayer Leverkusen, where he clinched the championship and DFB-Pokal last season, before shifting focus on the looming Clásico against FC Barcelona.
Amidst speculation of him replacing the 65-year-old Ancelotti, the Italian coach remained tight-lipped on his own plans. However, Ancelotti has been signaling a move to coach Brazil's national team for some time now, potentially making way for Alonso to take the reigns at Real Madrid.
Sources close to the club insist that any changes will be conducted delicately, with the intention to maintain harmony and strengthen team morale. An announcement is expected at the end of the season, allowing for a fitting farewell, and focusing on the La Liga title race.
Xabi Alonso's transformation into a potential top-tier coach has been impressive, bolstered by an illustrious playing career with Real Madrid. Having led Bayer Leverkusen to the historic Bundesliga title in 2024, Alonso has cemented his status as a coach capable of handling the pressures of major European clubs[1].
Despite his relatively brief coaching tenure, Alonso's impressive 51-game unbeaten streak across all competitions has helped shed doubts about his readiness to lead Real Madrid, showcasing his strategic prowess[2][3].
Ancelotti, himself a former coach for Real Madrid, has expressed profound respect for the club's relationship and loyalty, implying a smooth transition[1].
Keywords: Carlo Ancelotti, Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid, Coaching, Sports, Transfers, Rumors, Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Football
[1] Ancelotti Endorses Alonso as His Potential Successor at Real Madrid (ntv.de)[2] Alonso's Capability to Handle Top European Clubs (Sky Sports)[3] Xabi Alonso: From Players to Coaching Success (Football Italia)
- I'm not quite sure, but some rumors suggest that Xabi Alonso, a former teammate of Carlo Ancelotti, could take over at Real Madrid after Ancelotti's contract ends in 2026.
- Ancelotti, who is currently coaching Real Madrid and has a contract till 2026, has expressed admiration for Alonso's coaching skills, having witnessed his success at Bayer 04 Leverkusen, where he won the Bundesliga title in 2024.
- Despite Ancelotti's own plans remaining unclear, there are hints that he might be moving to coach Brazil's national team, which could pave the way for Alonso to become the next coach at Real Madrid.
- If the transfer does take place, sources close to the club indicate that it will be handled delicately to maintain harmony and boost team morale, with an official announcement expected at the end of the season.
