Overview
- Xabi Alonso is expected to leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer to become Real Madrid's new head coach, with Carlo Ancelotti's exit from Madrid reportedly imminent.
- Leverkusen is in advanced negotiations with Erik ten Hag, the former Manchester United manager, to succeed Alonso and lead the team into the next season.
- Florian Wirtz has informed Alonso of his desire to transfer to Bayern Munich, reportedly reaching a preliminary agreement with the club through Uli Hoeneß.
- Real Madrid and Manchester City are no longer considered serious contenders for Wirtz, leaving Bayern Munich as the leading destination for the 22-year-old star.
- Wirtz remains under contract with Leverkusen through 2027, giving the club leverage in upcoming transfer negotiations, but Bayern has identified him as their top summer target.