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Xabi Alonso

Xabier Alonso Olano

Leverkusencoach25.11.1981 (42 years)height 183weight 80nationality Spain

12 May

Finished

Bochum

Leverkusen

18 May 13:30

Leverkusen

Augsburg

11.30

X6.25

28.80

22 May 19:00

Atalanta

Leverkusen

14.30

X3.80

21.83

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Cristiano Ronaldo linked with shock move to European club – their coach knows him very well

Cristiano Ronaldo linked with shock move to European club – their coach knows him very well

According to the Saudi Arabian journalist Alhazza Mutab, Bayer Leverkusen are looking to sign Cristiano Ronaldo this summer.The newly crowned Bundesliga champion Xabi Alonso reportedly requested the move for his former Real Madrid teammate himself.

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Xavi nominated for 2024 Best Coach by Globe Soccer Awards

Xavi nominated for 2024 Best Coach by Globe Soccer Awards

Despite experiencing a trophyless season with Barcelona, Xavi has made the 15-man list of nominees for the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards Best Coach!The other nominees are Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, Xabi Alonso, Mikel Arteta, Luis Enrique, Thomas Tuchel, Unai Emery, Simone Inzaghi, Ruben Amorim, Edin Terzic, Thiago Motta, Michel, Gian Piero Gasperini and Sebastian Hoeness.Xabi Alonso and Carlo Ancelotti seem to be the standout candidates to win the prize.

2 days ago

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Do you fear of Xabi Alonso's potential Real Madrid move?

Do you fear of Xabi Alonso's potential Real Madrid move?

According to multiple reports, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to hire Xabi Alonso already in 2025.The Spanish manager is completely breaking the game this season, keeping the unbelievable unbeaten run of Bayer Leverkusen alive with unstoppable last-minute comebacks.

2 days ago

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'I heard goals in last minute': Leverkusen congratulate Madrid on beating Bayern

'I heard goals in last minute': Leverkusen congratulate Madrid on beating Bayern

Real Madrid defeated Bayern 2-1 in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final and will face Dortmund in the final.The Whites staged a late remontada, with Joselu scoring in the 88th and 91st minutes to overturn a one-goal deficit.

3 days ago

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Xabi Alonso could pick Barca's pocket and sign midfield target

Xabi Alonso could pick Barca's pocket and sign midfield target

Xabi Alonso could pick Barca's pocket and sign their midfield target Aleix Garcia, according to Diario AS. Garcia has suddenly emerged as a top transfer target for the indomitable Bayer Leverkusen ahead of a strong test in the Champions League next season.

5 days ago

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Xabi Alonso keen to bring ONE Real Madrid player to Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso keen to bring ONE Real Madrid player to Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly interested in Real Madrid skipper, Nacho. According to COPE, Xabi Alonso has identified Nacho as a potential summer addition.

14 days ago

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'You heard it here first': Political activist claims Bayer Leverkusen will get RELEGATED next season

'You heard it here first': Political activist claims Bayer Leverkusen will get RELEGATED next season

Some people say that sport should stay out of politics, however, Bayer Leverkusen easily proved that this statement is wrong after political activist @BorowskiChuck claimed that Bayer Leverkusen will get relegated next season.He wrote: "Bayer are getting relegated next season, you heard it here first.

15 days ago

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'It brings its own dangers': Hamann believes Alonso made the right decision to snub Liverpool job

'It brings its own dangers': Hamann believes Alonso made the right decision to snub Liverpool job

Former Liverpool player Didi Hamann has shared his thoughts on Xabi Alonso not taking over from Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool this summer.With the German set to depart after this season, Liverpool now have Arne Slot as the front-runner for the job.

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'I have no doubts at all': Bayer CEO says Alonso will definitely coach Real Madrid

'I have no doubts at all': Bayer CEO says Alonso will definitely coach Real Madrid

“I have no doubts. One day, Xavi Alonso will be Real Madrid's manager.

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Key player missing from squad for Man City & 2 other big Real Madrid stories you might've missed

Key player missing from squad for Man City & 2 other big Real Madrid stories you might've missed

Real Madrid announce squad for Man City Real Madrid have revealed their travelling squad for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Man City.Alonso linked to Real MadridBayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro asked about the future of Xabi Alonso: “It’s possible that he will become Real Madrid manager one day, yes,” he said.

26 days ago

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Naby Keita refuses to play for Werder, set to face 'consequences'

Naby Keita refuses to play for Werder, set to face 'consequences'

Naby Keita refused to play for Werder against Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday after learning that he would not be starting the game.The Bundesliga side's sporting director Clemens Fritz said, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano: “Naby Keita found out that he would not be playing vs Leverkusen from the start, he decided not to get on the bus and to go home.

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Bayer Leverkusen CEO hints at Xabi Alonso's next club and 2 more under-radar stories of the day

Bayer Leverkusen CEO hints at Xabi Alonso's next club and 2 more under-radar stories of the day

Premier League clubs pay tribute to Hillsborough victimsManchester United, Everton and Nottingham Forest are among them.Joao Palhinha explains why Amorim would fit Liverpool well"If he signs for Liverpool, I have no doubt that people will like his personality.

27 days ago

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'It's possible': Bayer CEO teases Xabi Alonso's future - it has to do with Real Madrid

'It's possible': Bayer CEO teases Xabi Alonso's future - it has to do with Real Madrid

Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro asked about the future of Xabi Alonso: “It’s possible that he will become Real Madrid manager one day, yes,” he said. Alonso previously confirmed that he will stay at Leverkusen next season, effectively ending speculations linking him with replacing Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool.

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Turns out, José Mourinho predicted Xabi Alonso's success back in 2019!

Turns out, José Mourinho predicted Xabi Alonso's success back in 2019!

An interview José Mourinho gave at the end of 2019 is becoming increasingly viral, and there's one reason for it.Back then, the Special One predicted incredible success in the coaching career of his former protege at Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso.

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'It is very special': Xabi Alonso reveals why Bayer's title is the most difficult

'It is very special': Xabi Alonso reveals why Bayer's title is the most difficult

Bayer Leverkusen have secured their first title in 120 years with a 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen. Xabi Alonso and his team did it in special champion style: zero defeats and 43 consecutive games unbeaten in all competitions.

27 days ago

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Bayern want Zidane and 4 more big Real Madrid stories you could've missed

Bayern want Zidane and 4 more big Real Madrid stories you could've missed

Arda Guler asks to leaveThat's according to journalist Matteo Moretto, who says that the Turkish playmaker has requested the club to let him leave on loan next season.Arda Guler hasn't asked to leaveThat's from Fabrizio Romano, who says that the 19-year-old has talks about his future scheduled at the end of the season but has not asked the club to let him go.

27 days ago

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Liverpool defeated at Anfield again & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Liverpool defeated at Anfield again & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Liverpool defeated at Anfield againThe Reds were defeated by Crystal Palace 1-0 and lost even more footing in the Premier League title race. Here are our player ratings.

27 days ago

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Recalling what Mourinho said about Xabi Alonso 5 years ago as Bayer win first-ever Bundesliga title UNBEATEN

Recalling what Mourinho said about Xabi Alonso 5 years ago as Bayer win first-ever Bundesliga title UNBEATEN

Speaking in an interview back in 2019, Jose Mourinho tipped Xabi Alonso to become a 'very good manager'. At that time, Alonso was just starting out his coaching career at Real Sociedad reserve team.

28 days ago

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Xabi Alonso drenched in beer in Bayer Leverkusen dressing room

Xabi Alonso drenched in beer in Bayer Leverkusen dressing room

Xabi Alonso has won a league title in his first full season as a head coach. With Bayer Leverkusen in Bundesliga, no less.

28 days ago

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Xabi Alonso celebrates historic Bundesliga win with Bayer Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso celebrates historic Bundesliga win with Bayer Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso may have turned down the chance to take over at Liverpool this summer, but he is still an Anfield icon — so, we have to congratulate him on leading Bayer Leverkusen to the first Bundesliga title in their history.Bayer did that in style, battering Werder Bremen 5-0, with Florian Wirtz scoring a hat-trick.

28 days ago

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Xabi Alonso wins Bundesliga with Bayer 04

Xabi Alonso wins Bundesliga with Bayer 04

Bayer 04 have claimed the Bundesliga title with five games to go.Bayer are managed by former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso.

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Bayer vs West Ham match described in 3 pictures

Bayer vs West Ham match described in 3 pictures

The Bayer vs West Ham match didn't look like a fight between two equal teams. Instead, Xabi Alonso's team dominated West Ham throughout the whole game but only managed to score the first goal in the 83rd minute, with the second coming in the 91st minute.

1 month ago

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Liverpool drop out of top 3 Europa League favourites after Atalanta debacle

Liverpool drop out of top 3 Europa League favourites after Atalanta debacle

Following Liverpool's shock 0-3 home defeat against Atalanta, the odds on the UEFA Europa League winner have changed radically.Less than a month ago, the Reds were firm bookies' favourites to lift the cup: their chances to win the trophy were rated at 1.

1 month ago

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Bayer lock all 11 West Ham players in their box in opening 15 minutes - spotted

Bayer lock all 11 West Ham players in their box in opening 15 minutes - spotted

Bayer Leverkusen are one of the most dominant sides in the world this season and it shows. Though they're only playing in the Europa League this year, they're at a stage where no opponent is easy.

1 month ago

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Xabi Alonso still open to Premier League move after Liverpool snub

Xabi Alonso still open to Premier League move after Liverpool snub

Xabi Alonso hasn’t ruled out a move to the Premier League despite snubbing a return to Liverpool last month.”You never know, at the moment I have enough on my plate to think about,” he said.

1 month ago

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Ex-Red tells Liverpool to pick Postecoglou over Amorim, De Zerbi: 'Should be first choice'

Ex-Red tells Liverpool to pick Postecoglou over Amorim, De Zerbi: 'Should be first choice'

Former Reds defender Dominic Matteo wants Ange Postecoglou to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. At the moment Ruben Amorim is leading the race while there have been no reports claiming that the Australian is being considered.

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'Managerial merry-go-round': What's going on with Amorim, De Zerbi and others explained

'Managerial merry-go-round': What's going on with Amorim, De Zerbi and others explained

Ruben Amorim is reportedly the leading candidate to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. However, there are other clubs interested in the Portuguese tactician.

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'Admired': Thomas Frank could reportedly make Liverpool manager shortlist

'Admired': Thomas Frank could reportedly make Liverpool manager shortlist

Ruben Amorim is said to be the leading candidate to take over at Liverpool after Xabi Alonso said that he would stay at Leverkusen.According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Brentford's Thomas Frank might also be considered by the Reds.

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'I can't say that like Xabi Alonso did': Ruben Amorim breaks silence on his future

'I can't say that like Xabi Alonso did': Ruben Amorim breaks silence on his future

"I can't guarantee that I will stay at Sporting Lisbon next season. I can't say that like Xabi Alonso did," Ruben Amorim has told the media.

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Liverpool told Alonso wants Anfield job despite snub: '2026 seems about right'

Liverpool told Alonso wants Anfield job despite snub: '2026 seems about right'

Xabi Alonso shocked many in the world of football by announcing his decision to stay at Bayer amid interest from Liverpool and Bayern.Journalist Guillem Balague insists that the Spanish tactician wants to become the Reds manager in the future.

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Romano: 'Florentino Perez is a big fan of Xabi Alonso'

Romano: 'Florentino Perez is a big fan of Xabi Alonso'

“Xabi Alonso has a big fan at Real Madrid in Florentino Pérez. Florentino has been in love with Xabi since day 1, since he was a player, because of his style, his ideas for present and future," transfer guru Fabrizio Romano said on his Here We Go podcast.

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Is there a chance Liverpool appoint Julian Nagelsmann as manager?

Is there a chance Liverpool appoint Julian Nagelsmann as manager?

Liverpool have Julian Nagelsmann on their list of potential replacements for Jurgen Klopp, Jason Burt reports in the Telegraph. However, the Germany manager is 'unlikely to want' to take charge at Anfield.

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Arda Guler in: How Real Madrid could line up under Xabi Alonso in 2025

Arda Guler in: How Real Madrid could line up under Xabi Alonso in 2025

Xabi Alonso is Real Madrid's number-one candidate to succeed Carlo Ancelotti in 2025, according to credible reports.Let's take a look at his potential starting eleven lined up in his 'favourite' 3-4-2-1 formation.

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Florentino Perez wants Xabi Alonso as Carlo Ancelotti successor (reliability: 5 stars)

Florentino Perez wants Xabi Alonso as Carlo Ancelotti successor (reliability: 5 stars)

Real Madrid want to replace Carlo Ancelotti with Xabi Alonso in 2025, reports Relevo's Rodra P.The club consider the 42-year-old the one who 'perfectly fits the future profile'.

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Barcelona 'racing' to appoint Amorim as head coach ahead of Liverpool, Bayern

Barcelona 'racing' to appoint Amorim as head coach ahead of Liverpool, Bayern

Barcelona see Ruben Amorim as their top priority to succeed Xavi who departs at the end of the season, the Independent report.The Catalans are 'racing' to agree a deal with the Sporting head coach ahead of Liverpool and Bayern.

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'My understanding': Romano shares update on Liverpool new manager search

'My understanding': Romano shares update on Liverpool new manager search

Liverpool are looking for a manager to succeed Jurgen Klopp at the end of the next season. Xabi Alonso said last week that he would stay at Leverkusen so the Reds are forced to look at other options.

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Manager shortlist revealed & 2 more big stories at Liverpool you might've missed

Manager shortlist revealed & 2 more big stories at Liverpool you might've missed

Manager shortlist revealedAs per The Athletic, there's an 8-man list, with Ruben Amorim on top.De Zerbi not in talks over new Brighton deal'I want to keep my ambition,' the Italian manager said amid rumours of Liverpool's interest.

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'Terrible decision': Joe Cole criticises Xabi Alonso for Liverpool snub

'Terrible decision': Joe Cole criticises Xabi Alonso for Liverpool snub

"I think it’s a terrible decision," ex-Liverpool winger Joe Cole told TNT Sports about Xabi Alonso staying at Bayer Leverkusen for another season, despite interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich. "As managers, your stock goes so up and down so quickly, he’s the hottest property in world football right now in management, I think he should’ve made the move this summer.

2 months ago

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What really happened between Liverpool and Xabi Alonso revealed

What really happened between Liverpool and Xabi Alonso revealed

Liverpool have never offered a job to Xabi Alonso, reveal The Athletic's James Pearce and David Ornstein.There were no face-to-face discussions either.

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Real Madrid final decision on Carlo Ancelotti replacement unveiled

Real Madrid final decision on Carlo Ancelotti replacement unveiled

Real Madrid have made their final decision on who will replace Carlo Ancelotti in the summer of 2025. It's Xabi Alonso, per Relevo.

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Bundesliga Table

Bundesliga

Team

PM

1

8733

2

7233

3

7033

4

6433

5

6033

6

Eintracht Frankfurt

4633

7

4333

8

4233

9

3933

10

3933

11

3933

12

3733

13

Mönchengladbach

3433

14

3333

15

3233

16

3033

17

2733

18

1733

Goals

Assists

RC

YC

Player		G
Harry Kane	Bayern	36
Serhou Guirassy	Stuttgart	26
Lois Openda	RB Leipzig	24
Deniz Undav	Stuttgart	18
Ermedin Demirović	Augsburg	15

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