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The football world is electric with the news that Xabi Alonso is set to take the helm at Real Madrid, marking the dawn of a new era at the Santiago Bernabéu. According to multiple reports, the deal is sealed, with Alonso signing a three-year contract that will see him lead Los Blancos until 2028. The former Real Madrid midfielder, who has worked wonders at Bayer Leverkusen, is poised to step into the managerial spotlight at one of the biggest clubs in the world, with his debut planned for the FIFA Club World Cup in June 2025.
The agreement comes as no surprise to those following the saga. Alonso has long been Real Madrid’s top choice to succeed Carlo Ancelotti, whose legendary tenure is nearing its end. Ancelotti, the club’s most decorated manager with 15 trophies, will reportedly bid farewell after Real Madrid’s final LaLiga match against Real Sociedad on May 25, 2025, with a heartfelt send-off planned in front of 78,000 fans. The Italian is rumored to be heading to Brazil to coach the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup, leaving the stage clear for Alonso to take over.
Alonso’s move has been facilitated by a smooth exit from Bayer Leverkusen, where he led the team to an unbeaten Bundesliga title and German Cup in 2023-24. A gentleman’s agreement with Leverkusen ensured no obstacles to his departure, with the club already accelerating their search for a new head coach. The Spaniard will bring trusted assistants, including Sebas Parrilla and fitness trainer Alberto Encinas, to Madrid, signaling his intent to implement his dynamic, high-pressing style at the Bernabéu.
Real Madrid’s planning doesn’t stop with Alonso. The club is reportedly close to securing Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold to bolster the squad for the Club World Cup, with negotiations ongoing for a modest compensation fee. Alonso has also identified key transfer targets, including Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, and Jonathan Tah, to strengthen the midfield and defense. While his input on transfers will carry weight, the club retains final say on signings, ensuring a balance between Alonso’s vision and Real Madrid’s long-term strategy.
The anticipation is palpable as fans await the “Xabi era.” Alonso’s tactical sharpness, emotional intelligence, and deep connection to Real Madrid make him the ideal candidate to navigate a squad in transition, blending stars like Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Jr. with emerging talents like Endrick and Arda Güler. However, the pressure at Madrid is unrelenting, and Alonso will be expected to deliver trophies from day one in a city that demands nothing less than greatness.
As the football world watches, one thing is clear: Xabi Alonso’s homecoming is set to be a blockbuster. The Bernabéu is ready to embrace its new maestro—let the journey begin!
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