During the press conference before Bayer Leverkusen’s match against Hoffenheim in round 27 of the Bundesliga, coach Xabi Alonso shared: “Many speculations have appeared around my future. We have had many matches and focused on professionalism. I have Take advantage of the recent FIFA Days break to think carefully before making a decision.

I had a meeting with the team’s board of directors and informed them of my decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen. I feel this is the right place to develop as a young coach. I have to thank the board of directors and the club for truly trusting me.

I tried to make careful and correct decisions. Once I made a decision, it was important to share it with everyone. I have faith that I am in the right place at Bayer Leverkusen, I want to continue to develop the team.”

Regarding rumors of joining Bayern Munich or Liverpool, the Spanish strategist affirmed: “I don’t want to talk about other teams right now. Bayern Munich and Liverpool are clubs that I respect, I used to play for.” There, I have a close connection with them, but it’s not right for me to talk about them now.”

Coach Jurgen Klopp attended a press conference before Liverpool’s match against Brighton in round 30 of the Premier League and he shared about Xabi Alonso’s decision: “A young coach is at a club where he works well and I can sympathize. I also I’ve done the same and never regretted it.

Xabi Alonso is doing an incredible job at Leverkusen. He can keep the team together for next season and that’s not always the case. I understand Alonso’s decision.”