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Real Madrid want Xabi Alonso to replace Carlo Ancelotti at the end of the season. The club plans to make an official offer soon. Bayer Leverkusen are ready to let Alonso go. They know he wants to manage Real Madrid after turning down jobs in the Premier League and at Bayern Munich.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Carlo Ancelotti is likely leaving Real Madrid this summer. After losing in the Champions League to Arsenal, the club is focused on finding a new coach. Xabi Alonso, who played for Real Madrid and now manages Bayer Leverkusen, is the favorite. Leverkusen knows Alonso wants to leave, and they won’t stop him if Madrid pays a fee. Reports say Madrid wants Alonso before the FIFA Club World Cup in June.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Bayer Leverkusen are having a great season with Alonso. They won their first Bundesliga title and haven’t lost in domestic games. Alonso’s skills have impressed top clubs. Meanwhile, Real Madrid are seven points behind Barcelona in La Liga. They are also in the Copa del Rey final, which could be a bright spot in a tough season.
WHAT NEXT FOR REAL MADRID AND LEVERKUSEN?
Real Madrid will talk to Bayer Leverkusen and Alonso’s team in the coming weeks. If all goes well, Alonso could manage Madrid before the Club World Cup. Leverkusen are already looking for Alonso’s replacement. Real Madrid’s next game is the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, a key match as they try to save their season and catch up in La Liga where they face Athletic to try and reduce the distance to leaders Barcelona that currently stands at 7 points.
