Bayer Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso reportedly leaves for Real Madrid until 2028
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Xabi Alonso has communicated his intent to leave Bayer to the media.
The cat's finally out of the bag, it appears: Xabi Alonso, Bayer Leverkusen's successful coach, could be heading back to his former stomping ground, Real Madrid, according to rumors swirling around. With a jubilant salute, the legendary Basque prides himself on taking up the challenge once more, documentedly signing a three-year contract.
Spanish Sports Waves: Marca proclaims that Xabi Alonso, the savior of Real Madrid, has completed his return to the royals, departing from Bayer Leverkusen this term - yet the significant details remain undisclosed. Neither Bayer nor Real has confirmed the news, but Sky suggests that Alonso has already intimated his impending departure from the club.
Alonso, who commenced his illustrious career at Real from 2009 to 2014, assumed the reins at the Rhinelanders in October 2022 and has transformatively steered them to a top-tier European club in an astounding two and a half years. Despite the controversial process behind his departure, Alonso – seen in the accompanying photo with a grin and a raised right fist – excels in leaving remarkable impressions. He led Bayer Leverkusen to their first-ever championship and the DFB Cup triumph last year and qualifies for the Champions League as runners-up in the Bundesliga this season.
Adieu, BayArena?
Despite the uncertainty, Alonso's termination from Bayer Leverkusen could entail a somewhat peculiar farewell. With only whispers and no formal announcement, Leverkusen's frontrunner, Granit Xhaka, provided an emotional farewell to his coach last week. "No matter what happens – we experienced a beautiful time," Xhaka reminisced with a hint of nostalgia in his voice, expressing the sentiments of the entire team.
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As for the club's future, Leverkusen faces a major restructuring with Alonso's exit gravely diminishing the club's appeal. In addition, the future of exceptional talent Florian Wirtz remains uncertain, with the 22-year-old being rumored to join Bayern Munich. The departure of defender Jonathan Tah, whose contract will not be renewed, is already official.
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Tags: Real Madrid, Football, Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Xavi Alonso
Enrichment insights:
- Contract Details: Alonso is reported to sign a three-year contract with Real Madrid, taking charge of the team for the 2025/26 season.
- Arrival: Alonso will join Real Madrid this summer and mark a new era for the club upon Ancelotti's departure.
- Team Accompaniments: His assistants, Sebastian Parrilla and Alberto Encinas, are expected to join him at Real Madrid.
- Departure from Bayer Leverkusen: Alonso will leave Bayer Leverkusen after transforming the team during his tenure and qualifying for the Champions League this season.
- Compensation: Bayer Leverkusen will receive a small compensation for allowing Alonso to depart.
- Achievements at Leverkusen: Under Alonso's leadership, Leverkusen achieved their first-ever Bundesliga title and secured the DFB Cup last year.
- Despite Alonso's confirmed departure from Bayer Leverkusen to Real Madrid, the specific details regarding thecoming transition remain undisclosed.
- Rolfes' termination from Bayer Leverkusen might result in a unique farewell, as Xabi Alonso's departure has already been indicated without a formal announcement.
- The Commission has not yet adopted a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, but the sports world is buzzing about Alonso's impending move to Real Madrid.
- With Alonso and Key players like Florian Wirtz potentially leaving, Bayer Leverkusen faces an expiring sports era and an urgent need for restructuring.
