Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen: Coaching Record, Achievements, Contract Joel Sritharan

During his playing days, Xabi Alonso was recognized as one of the world’s finest midfielders. He won numerous accolades while representing Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, notably clinching the Champions League title twice.

On the international stage, he was part of the “golden generation” that led Spain to European Championship glory in 2008 and 2012, as well as the FIFA World Cup triumph in 2010.

Transitioning into coaching, Xabi Alonso quickly made a significant impression with his success at Bayer Leverkusen. Consequently, he emerged as a top candidate to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool and Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich.

So, what makes his coaching career remarkable? Below are the key insights you need to know.

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Coaching Record and Career of Xabi Alonso Xabi Alonso began his coaching career in 2018 with the youth team of Real Madrid. After one season at Madrid, he moved on to lead Real Sociedad B. Over three years with this team, Alonso gradually developed his coaching style, laying the groundwork to step up to the professional level.

At the start of the 2022/23 season, he was appointed as Bayer Leverkusen’s head coach when the team was struggling in 17th place in the standings. Xabi delivered beyond expectations for the club, guiding them to a 6th-place finish by the end of the season and securing a spot in the Europa League for the following campaign.

In the previous season, Leverkusen reached the Europa League semi-finals but narrowly lost over two legs to Roma under the management of Jose Mourinho. During that time, rumors circulated that Alonso was attracting interest from Tottenham before he signed a new contract with Leverkusen, extending until 2026.

Currently, Xabi Alonso has achieved remarkable success at Leverkusen: topping the Bundesliga table after 22 rounds without a single defeat, leading reigning champions Bayern Munich by 8 points, advancing to the DFB-Pokal semi-finals, and reaching the UEFA Europa League round of 16 with a perfect record of 6 wins in the group stage.

Xabi Alonso of Bayer Leverkusen Getty Images PREDICT THE MATCH RESULT HERE Coaching Record of Xabi Alonso

Team Year Wins Draws Losses Real Madrid (youth team) 2018-2019 – – – Real Sociedad B 2019-2022 40 23 35 Bayer Leverkusen 2022-present 45 14 10 Xabi Alonso’s Contract with Leverkusen

Leverkusen appointed Xabi Alonso as head coach on October 5, 2022, with his initial contract running until June 30, 2024. Subsequently, owing to his exceptional performance beyond expectations, the club rewarded him with an extended contract until 2026.

In this season, Leverkusen has the opportunity to compete for the treble in the Bundesliga, Europa League, and DFB-Pokal.

Will Xabi Alonso Coach Liverpool or Bayern Munich? With an impressive track record, it’s no surprise that Xabi Alonso has become a target for several top clubs.

Recently, on January 26, Jurgen Klopp shocked the football world by confirming he would step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the 2023/24 season. The German manager has brought considerable success to Anfield since taking charge in October 2015. Therefore, whoever succeeds him will face immense pressure.

According to Dailymail, Alonso is one of the top contenders for Liverpool alongside Roberto De Zerbi of Brighton. Meanwhile, Liverpool is facing a significant challenge as Bayern Munich is also eyeing the Spanish manager.

Significantly, Bayern Munich’s strong financial capabilities and modern infrastructure are definite advantages. Additionally, if Alonso were to return to England to coach Liverpool, he would have to leave his family behind.

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Xabi Alonso played for Liverpool from 2004 to 2009. The Reds signed the midfielder for £16 million from Real Sociedad to partner with Steven Gerrard.

Alonso won four trophies during his time at Liverpool, including the Champions League in his debut season at Merseyside.

Season Appearances Goals Trophies Honors 5 210 19 4 Champions League 2004/05, UEFA Super Cup 2005, FA Cup 2005/06, Community Shield 2006

Achievements and Honors of Xabi Alonso at Bayern Munich

Season Appearances Goals Trophies Honors 3 117 9 6 Bundesliga (2014/15, 2015/16, 2016/17) DFB Pokal (2015/16) German Super Cup (2016/17)