Overview

• Fernando Carro, Bayer 04 Leverkusen's CEO, has publicly called for Xabi Alonso to decide his long-term future within the next few weeks.
• Carro insists the decision cannot wait until the season's conclusion due to its impact on squad preparation and transfer strategy.
• Leverkusen's recent 1-1 draw against FC St. Pauli leaves them eight points behind Bayern Munich with four matches remaining, effectively ending their title defense hopes.
• Speculation continues to link Alonso to Real Madrid, with reports suggesting he could replace Carlo Ancelotti, who is expected to leave this summer.
• Carro describes his confidence in Alonso staying as evenly split, stating his 'gut feeling' is 50:50.