Real Madrid have sealed a deal with Xabi Alonso to become the club’s new manager, with a contract running until June 2028.
The agreement is now fully completed, marking the beginning of a new era at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The former Real Madrid midfielder, who has impressed with his tactical acumen and leadership at Bayer Leverkusen, will take over the reins following the upcoming departure of Carlo Ancelotti.
The club has confirmed that Ancelotti will be given a special farewell in recognition of his achievements and contributions, with the exit process set to begin this week.
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Xabi’s appointment represents a full-circle moment, returning to the club where he once commanded the midfield with elegance and intelligence.
Sources inside the club describe the negotiations as swift and smooth, with all parties aligned on the vision for the next three years.
Madridistas can now look forward to a fresh chapter led by a modern tactician deeply rooted in the club’s history — and one of European football’s brightest managerial prospects.