Xabi Alonso Confirms Departure from Bayer Leverkusen to Join Real Madrid
May 9, 2025 14:42Xabi Alonso announces he is leaving Bayer Leverkusen to become the new coach of Real Madrid after successful Bundesliga campaign.
Xabi Alonso announces he is leaving Bayer Leverkusen to become the new coach of Real Madrid after successful Bundesliga campaign.
Xabi Alonso confirms departure from Bayer Leverkusen to join Real Madrid, replacing Carlo Ancelotti. Alonso's successful coaching career and playing history with Real Madrid highlighted.
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