Xabi Alonso decides Bayer Leverkusen exit date as Man City offered dream scenario

Xabi Alonso is said to have decided he will leave at the end of the current campaign - placing on red alert.

The highly coveted coach, 42, was courted by the likes of and in the summer after leading Leverkusen to a maiden German title last term, but he to lead his side in the .

Speculation over 's future , though, and it's widely been reported that he would be of interest to the champions should decide to call time on his trophy-laden spell at the helm.

And it's now been claimed that Alonso will seek pastures new in the summer of 2025 rather than staying on with the champions for another year.

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That's according to a new report from , who believe that Alonso's most likely destination is Madrid. It's said he will leave as a free agent despite the fact his contract runs until 2026 and has already told players when he will be off.

The report comes at a time where speculation over 's future is rife. Scrutiny is growing on the Los Blancos chief with the club currently six points behind arch-rivals in the standings.

Real were also on the end of a crushing defeat against Hansi Flick's side in their own backyard in the first Clasico of the season, with Barca running out convincing 4-0 winners.

While it's also detailed that Alonso could yet be targeted by another of his former clubs in , Manchester City will also be watching the situation with interest.

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There is growing speculation that Guardiola, with his contract set to expire in the summer. Guardiola has been linked with a number of jobs in recent months, including the recently filled England position.

Speaking last month, Guardiola insisted he was in no rush to decide his future, saying: “I’m pretty sure the club had options when Txiki leaves and they have options when Pep will leave. Sooner or later it is going to happen and they are prepared so it’s not going to be a surprise.

“They know I have to – every sport director or whatever, that’s why I’m here for many years – I want to be convinced it’s what’s best for the club.

“I will not delay any action knowing that I’m creating a problem for the club. If I feel I’m a problem for the club right now I will take a decision as quick as possible. But I don’t have that feeling, they understand the reasons I have. That’s why Wolves is the priority.”

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