Alonso confirms he will remain with Bayer Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso has confirmed that he will be staying as the coach of Bayer Leverkusen, putting an end to speculation linking him with the vacant coaching positions at Liverpool and Bayern Munich. Alonso expressed his commitment to the team and his desire to help develop the young players within the squad. He reflected on his future during the recent international break and ultimately decided that Leverkusen was the right place for him to continue growing as a coach, despite interest from other clubs.

Under Alonso’s guidance, Leverkusen has seen a remarkable turnaround, going from being in the relegation zone to now being 10 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga with eight games remaining. The team remains unbeaten in all competitions this season, solidifying Alonso’s reputation as one of the most sought-after coaches in world soccer. Despite interest from Bayern Munich and Liverpool, Alonso emphasized his belief that he is still learning and growing in his role at Leverkusen.

Alonso, a former player for both Bayern Munich and Liverpool, has two more seasons left on his contract at Leverkusen. Both Bayern and Liverpool are in need of new coaches for the upcoming season, with Thomas Tuchel leaving Bayern and Jürgen Klopp stepping down as Liverpool manager. Alonso did not disclose the extent of his contact with either club, but expressed his respect for both clubs and his conviction that Leverkusen is the right place for him to continue developing as a coach.

In response to Alonso’s decision, Klopp, who faced a similar situation during his time at Borussia Dortmund, expressed his understanding and support. Klopp had extended his stay at Dortmund despite interest from other clubs and has never regretted his decision. Leverkusen is set to return to the Champions League next season, and Alonso is focused on helping the team become a strong contender in the competition. Leverkusen’s next game is against Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga, kicking off a busy schedule of eight games in 29 days, including the German Cup semifinals and the Europa League quarterfinals.

Alonso’s decision to stay at Leverkusen reflects his belief in the potential of the team and his desire to continue growing and developing as a coach. Leverkusen’s remarkable turnaround under his guidance has solidified his reputation as one of the top coaches in world soccer. Despite interest from top clubs like Bayern Munich and Liverpool, Alonso is committed to helping build Leverkusen into a Champions League contender and is focused on the team’s upcoming games in the Bundesliga, German Cup, and Europa League.