Xabi Alonso: Liverpool, Bayern and Real Madrid target commits future to Leverkusen

XABI ALONSO, WHO was seen by many as Liverpool’s top target to replace Jurgen Klopp as their manager, said on Friday he is staying at Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen next season.“Up till now we have been busy and focused on the season and I wanted to reflect during the international break and take a decision.

Advertisement “Last week I had a meeting when I informed them of my decision to continue being coach of Bayer Leverkusen,” added Alonso. The 42-year-old Spaniard has Leverkusen on course for a treble, including their first ever German league crown, and has been linked with Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich and Spanish giants Real Madrid as well as a return to Liverpool.

Alonso said he was still developing as a coach and he felt Leverkusen, his first senior team coaching post, is the best place for him to carry on doing so.“Right now this is the right place. I have to thank the management.

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