During the summer, there were a number of reports linking Xabi Alonso with a move away from Bayer Leverkusen.While a possible departure to Bayern Munich was heavily documented, Liverpool and Real

Bayer Leverkusen is struggling to reach the high standards it set for itself last season. Xabi Alonso’s team has already dropped points in five of its nine Bundesliga games, while Tuesday’s 4-0 loss at Liverpool in the Champions League was already its second defeat of the season.

Bayer Leverkusen reportedly believes manager Xabi Alonso will leave the club for Real Madrid at the end of the season. Alonso, whose deal with Leverkusen runs out in 2026, is said to be Real Madrid's preferred pick to replace current boss Carlo Ancelotti.