Real Madrid has reached an agreement with Xabi Alonso to become the club’s new head coach, with the official announcement expected on May 25, 2025. The move will see the former midfield maestro return to the Bernabéu, this time to lead the team from the dugout.
Alonso will take over from Carlo Ancelotti, who is stepping down by mutual agreement. Ancelotti is expected to take charge of the Brazil national team, ending his successful second stint with Los Blancos that delivered two La Liga titles and two Champions League crowns.
After a historic run with Bayer Leverkusen, where he led the club to their first-ever Bundesliga title and an unbeaten league campaign, Alonso’s stock has soared. He will sign a three-year deal with Real Madrid and bring with him his trusted staff, including assistant Sebas Parrilla and fitness coach Alberto Encinas. Luis Llopis will remain as the goalkeeping coach.
Under Alonso’s guidance, Real Madrid is already preparing for a new era. The club has reportedly secured a free transfer for Trent Alexander-Arnold and is eyeing more reinforcements, such as Martín Zubimendi, Miguel Gutiérrez, Dean Huijsen, and William Saliba.
Fans are hopeful that Alonso, a club legend with tactical brilliance, will usher in another golden age at the Bernabéu.