Future of Alonso with Leverkusen uncertain amid rumors of return to Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso SN subtly keeps Real Madrid rumors under wraps 🤫
Amidst swirling rumors of a jump to Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso adopts a cryptic stance, dodging inquiries about his future as Bayer Leverkusen's boss. With speculations soaring, Spanish media pegs him as a top contender for the coveted Real Madrid manager seat, should Carlo Ancelotti depart after a challenging season despite his contract extension[1][2][3].
Alonso's history with Real shines bright – he donned the Spanish club's jersey for five seasons, aiding the champions to reclaim the Champions League trophy after a 12-year drought under Ancelotti's guidance, before moving to Bayern Munich.
"My future? There's nothing new to say, the answer stays the same. We'll have to wait," Alonso stated casually, evading specifics during a press conference ahead of their match against Freiburg. Communication between Alonso and the Leverkusen club is still positive, with mutual understanding[1][2][3].
In the 2020-21 season, under Alonso’s expert guidance, Leverkusen stunned the Bundesliga with an unbeaten streak that earned them their first-ever league title. Although Leverkusen's dominance hasn't quite repeat-performed this term, with Bayern Munich poised to seal the championship, Alonso maintains optimism for a notable season close[1][2][3].
"It's still the second-best season in the club's history. We aim to continue pushing for this achievement," Alonso said confidently. His team faces a determined Freiburg, aiming for Champions League spots[1][2][3].
Alonso addressed the potential absence of Nigerian forward Victor Boniface, who has notched 11 goals this season. "Yesterday, he felt something in his thigh muscles and missed today's practice session. We'll see if he can play against Freiburg," Alonso reported[1].
However, the season's thrilling climax may find Leverkusen pitted against fierce opponents – Freiburg, Dortmund, and Mainz, all battling for European spots[1][2][3]. Keep your eyes peeled – the remaining games promise to be nail-biters for spectators! 💥🏓🏆
- Despite the ongoing speculations linking Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid, his future with Bayer Leverkusen remains unclear, with the former Real Madrid player maintaining a cryptic stance on the matter.
- As the seasons progress, sports enthusiasts across Europe have been keeping a close watch on Alonso's performance, given his past success with both Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen in European leagues, especially Laliga and Bundesliga.
- Some media outlets have suggested that Alonso could be a potential replacement for Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid, should the latter decide to depart after a challenging season despite extending his contract.
- In the current season, Alonso has been pursuing a notable finish for Leverkusen, aiming to secure a spot in European leagues, despite the team's inability to repeat their success from the previous season's unbeaten streak.
