Real Madrid ‘legend’ Alonso returns as new coach
The Hindu
Xabi Alonso appointed Real Madrid coach, set to lead team at Club World Cup after Ancelotti's departure.
Real Madrid appointed Xabi Alonso to replace Carlo Ancelotti as coach on Sunday (May 25, 2025), with the Spaniard to take over from June 1 and lead the team at the Club World Cup.
“Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from June 1, 2025 until June 30, 2028,” said Real Madrid in a statement.
With veteran Italian coach Ancelotti taking the reins of the Brazilian national team, Madrid secured a deal with former midfielder Alonso, whom they have been linked with for months.
Alonso, 43, leaves German side Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the Bundesliga season after finishing second.
“Alonso is one of the biggest legends at Real Madrid and in world football,” continued Los Blancos’ statement.
“He wore our shirt in 236 games between 2009 and 2014. During that time he won six trophies.”
Alonso will be officially presented on Monday (May 26, 2025) at 1030 GMT.
