Xabi Alonso to leave Bayer Leverkusen after season ends, tipped to be Real Madrid coach

Xabi Alonso to leave Bayer Leverkusen after season ends, tipped to be Real Madrid coach

Xabi Alonso has confirmed he will leave Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the 2025 season, a year before his contract ends. The Spanish coach is tipped to join Real Madrid after leading Leverkusen to historic success. Carlos Ancelotti is expected to leave Madrid following their recent struggles.

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso reacts during a match. Image: Reuters