By Kwame Bediako
Real Madrid has officially announced the appointment of Xabi Alonso as the club’s new head coach, with a contract that will keep him at the helm until June 2028. The decision comes after Alonso’s impressive managerial achievements at Bayer Leverkusen, where he led the team to claim three major trophies.
The club’s confidence in his leadership and strategic vision highlights their ambitions for sustained success both domestically and across European competitions.
The official presentation of Alonso as the new head coach will take place at Real Madrid City on Monday, May 25, 2025. His return marks a new chapter aimed at restoring the club’s dominance on all fronts. Xabi Alonso is celebrated as one of the greatest legends of Real Madrid and world football.
During his playing career with the club from 2009 to 2014, he featured in 236 official matches, winning six major titles including the historic 10th Champions League title in Lisbon, a UEFA Super Cup, a La Liga title, two Copa del Rey trophies, and a Spanish Super Cup. His contributions on the pitch were instrumental in establishing Madrid’s success during that era.
In addition to his club achievements, Alonso is also a legendary figure for the Spanish national team. He earned 113 international caps and played a key role in Spain’s golden era, winning the 2010 World Cup and two European Championships in 2008 and 2012.
His experience and leadership at both club and national levels are expected to influence his managerial style and help foster a winning mentality at Madrid.
Known for his deep tactical understanding and modern approach to football, Alonso’s transition from player to manager is seen as a promising development for Madrid’s future ambitions.
The club is optimistic that his innovative ideas and dynamic style will help the team reclaim its top position in La Liga and achieve new heights in European tournaments, continuing his legacy of excellence in the sport.
