Xabi Alonso set to take the helm at Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso, the former star of the Spanish national team, is set to become the coach of Real Madrid. This information was confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, one of the most popular sports journalists in the world.
Xabi Alonso, a former player for clubs such as Real Sociedad, Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, has been working as a coach for some time now. He began with the youth teams at Real Madrid and then moved to Real Sociedad, where he took on the role of reserve team coach.
From Sociedad, he moved to Germany, where he became the coach of Bayer Leverkusen. He led the team to win the championship and the national cup in the 2023/2024 season, without losing a single league match, and also reached the final of the Europa League. His successes caught the attention of Real Madrid's management, and he will soon be announced as their coach.
Media: Xabi Alonso will become the coach of Real Madrid
Fabrizio Romano, one of the most popular sports journalists in the world, announced that Xabi Alonso would take over Real Madrid in June this year and sign a three-year contract. He used his trademark phrase "Here We Go!", indicating the certainty of the transfer.
Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid, here we go! Story confirmed and deal sealed for Xabi as new manager until 2028. Staff sorted, contract in place and three year deal for Alonso with Real planning for him to start at FIFA Club World Cup.
Xabi Alonso will replace Carlo Ancelotti as the coach of Real Madrid, who will likely become the new head coach of the Brazilian national team.
