Xabi Alonso is the man to be Real Madrid’s next manager. Alfredo Morelos Freddy Rodriguez/EPA He’s signed a three-year deal, this heralds a sea change in the club’s leadership. The 43-year-old is set to depart Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season, his first at the Bundesliga club. In his successful tenure, he took home a Bundesliga title, a German Cup, and a German Super Cup. His appointment comes as Carlo Ancelotti, the current manager, is reportedly being considered for the vacant Brazil coaching position ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
While Liverpool lost Xabi Alonso, edging ever closer to Real Madrid. All of this needs to happen before the FIFA Club World Cup, which will be played in the United States from June 14 to July 14. Ancelotti only has one year remaining on his current contract at Real Madrid. He rejoined the club a second time in June 2021. He steered the team to a pair of Champions League crowns and La Liga doubles. This accomplishment enhanced his legendary status at the famous club.
In his short time at Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso had made headlines with stellar success. Indeed, he took them to their initial Bundesliga Championship a year ago. He is still the club’s most successful manager in the club’s history. Together with 15 in total, he already became the first coach to win trophies in all of Europe’s top five leagues, a historic feat. Having taken Die Werkself to a double last season, he announced his intention to depart Leverkusen earlier this month.
Real Madrid’s management is expected to make an official announcement regarding Ancelotti’s managerial change before their final match of the season against Real Sociedad on May 25. That next change is meant to usher in a new era with Alonso at the helm.
As both coaches navigate this period of change, Alonso’s track record and experience may play a pivotal role in shaping Real Madrid’s future endeavors in domestic and international competitions. Meanwhile, Ancelotti’s potential move to Brazil could offer him a new challenge as he prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
