Los Blancos could be in the market for another center back if they want to deploy Xabi Alonso’s preferred back three next season.

Alonso, who was beaten during the 23/24 Europa League final when on the precipice of an invincible Leverkusen treble, said: “I owe great thanks to Bayer 04 Leverkusen, my players and staff, all ...

Xabi Alonso’s final message. At Friday’s press conference, Alonso personally confirmed his decision to step down, delivering a heartfelt message to the club, staff, and fans: “I owe great thanks to ...

Xabi Alonso’s brilliance has got Leverkusen this far ... Twenty-one years after making it to their last European semi-final, Bayer 04 Leverkusen were back among the final four on Thursday night, ...

In an extraordinary end to the Bundesliga weekend, comeback specialists, Bayer 04 Leverkusen scored twice in the final five minutes to defeat VfB Stuttgart 4-3 at the MHP Arena. Ermedin Demirovic ...

As was expected, Xabi Alonso has announced that he will be leaving Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season, ahead of his imminent move to Real Madrid.The former midfielder is all set to take ...

Tactical Analysis: Bayer 04 Leverkusen With the benefit of an additional week’s rest, Xabi’s XI looked very different from the heavily rotated side that could only manage a disappointing 0-0 ...

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 ...

Alonso said: “I know Leverkusen from my time in Germany as an excellent club. Bayer 04 have always had great players, and I see a lot of quality in the current squad too." GO FURTHER ...

With the task of succeeding Xabi Alonso, Erik ten Hag suffered a first humiliating defeat on his debut against Flamengo U-20s team. Erik ten Hag has been tasked with continuing the legacy left by ...