The Uncertain Future of Xabi Alonso: Possible Successor to Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid?

The impeccable work of Xabi Alonso at the helm of Bayer Leverkusen, which remains undefeated this season and is the sole leader of the Bundesliga, continues to spark rumors about the future of the former Spanish international. The Tolosarra coach has been rumored for some time as a possible successor to Carlo Ancelotti starting next season, at which point the Italian’s contract at the Santiago Bernabéu expires, something that gains more strength than ever due to a detail in Xabi’s agreement. with the Rhenish painting.

As revealed by the German newspaper Sport Bild, Leverkusen and the coach agreed on a termination clause that is only valid for three of Tolosarra’s former clubs during his active time. These are Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Liverpool, who, despite Xabi’s contract until 2026, could take over the coach’s services starting next summer, when said clause comes into force. The agreed amount is unknown.

Ottmar Hitzfeld, former coach and winner of two Champions Leagues with Dortmund and Bayern, believes he should be more patient. “It is difficult to say no to Real Madrid if there is really an offer, but my advice to Xabi is: stay at Leverkusen until 2025. I think he should give the club back the opportunity to work as a first coach in the Bundesliga. He is still young and can gain a lot of experience here and leave something big. That is why I advise you not to leave after this season, but to stay at least one more year,” Hitzfeld stressed.

Xabi himself had dodged the questions about his future two weeks ago. “It’s too soon. We are in September, so it is not an issue to discuss. I remain focused. We have started the season well and I have to be the first to stay focused,” he declared, aware that the siren song will not stop.

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*Data updated as of October 11, 2023

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2023-10-11 09:14:20
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