Real Madrid appoint Alonso
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Brahim has struggled to get game time this season under former coach Carlo Ancelotti and many top clubs are vying for his services.
Xabi Alonso has been officially confirmed as Real Madrid's next head coach.Their former midfielder returns to Santiago Bernabéu having led Bayer Leverkusen to an unbeaten Bundesliga title in
Bayer Leverkusen is close to defining Xabi Alonso's replacement as the team's manager. According to journalist David Ornstein, from The Athletic portal, Erik ten Hag is close to taking over the position. Journalist Florian Plettenberg, from Germany's Sky Sports, adds that the contract between the club and the coach should go until 2027.
Liverpool FC can expect a playmaker with similar qualities to Lionel Messi, according to Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, should they land Florian Wirtz this summer. The Reds have sensationally emerged as the favourites to sign him, with the German edging closer to a Leverkusen exit.
The coming summer transfer window is set to be a massive one for Real Madrid. Stars like Luka Modric appear to be on their way out, making way for the new generation with younger names like Trent
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Casting to be the architect of Xabi Alonso's new Madrid: Florian Wirtz's desire, Nico Paz's opportunity, Mastantuono's future...The coach is looking for a midfielder with vision to accompany Tchouaméni, Valverde, Camavinga, and Bellingham in the rotation. The German, the best and the most expensive. Paz would cost nine million.