Report: Real Madrid Finalize Managerial Agreement with Xabi Alonso for Club World Cup
Xabi Alonso, a former midfielder for Real Madrid and current manager of Bayer Leverkusen, is set to make a comeback to the Santiago Bernabéu, this time as head coach.
Fabrizio Romano, a well-known transfer journalist, claims that Real Madrid has finalized all conditions with Alonso for a managerial position that will last until 2028.
With the agreement, the club essentially begins a new chapter in its history. Current manager Carlo Ancelotti is poised to leave following a successful tenure.
“Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid, here we go!” Romano said on Monday, sharing the significant news on his official X Twitter. The arrangement for Xabi as the new manager till 2028 has been finalized and the story confirmed.
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In addition, a whole backroom staff has already been assembled for Alonso’s appointment, and the squad is reportedly coordinating plans for him to take over for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, where Real Madrid is expected to play as the Champions League winners.
To start at the FIFA Club World Cup, Alonso has a three-year contract with Real Madrid, staff sorted, and a contract in place, Romano continued.
The club’s most successful manager, Carlo Ancelotti, will go with honor after leading the squad to multiple championships in his two tenures. It is anticipated that Alonso’s leadership would be smoothly assumed.
“Ancelotti farewell soon, then Xabi era” was Romano’s final statement in his report.
