They are two of football’s most sought-after people who now seem to have a future linked. Xabi Alonso led Bayer Leverkusen to their first Bundesliga title in the club’s over 120-year-old history last season. – Thus, Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Real Madrid legend Alonso suddenly became relevant for bigger clubs in his first proper managerial job, especially the clubs he has a past as a player.
Everyone was turned down this summer, but Xabi Alonso got a handful of clubs he could go to next summer in his extension contract with Bayer Leverkusen.
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A very important piece in the success is 21-year-old Florian Wirtz, who has really made his breakthrough under Xabi Alonso’s leadership. He has a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2027. However, the attacking midfielder could leave as early as this summer.
There has been talk of Bayern Munich and Real Madrid for the German, who has scored six goals in 29 caps since making his debut for the senior national team three years ago. Now AS comes with fresh information. According to the newspaper, the desired price tag – reportedly €150 million – is too high for Real. That’s why Bayern are favourites.
The Germans are said to be leading the chase and want to put together a midfield with Wirtz and Jamal Musiala and form the so-called “Wusiala” duo.
The plan is to first get rid of highly paid players such as Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabary and Leroy Sané. But the door to Real is not closed for Wirtz.
AS believes that Xabi Alonso’s future could be crucial for the 21-year-old. Should the Leverkusen manager take over Real from Carlo Ancelotti, Wirtz could join him. The only thing that needs to fall into place in that case is the financial part.
Wirtz has nine goals and five assists in 20 competitive games this season.
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