Leading Contender for the Next Real Madrid Managerial Role Announced

Carlo Ancelotti’s return to Real Madrid saw an impressive first season with a La Liga and Champions League double, but subsequent campaigns were marked by inconsistency and disappointment, prompting rumors of his potential departure. This season, Ancelotti has steered the team to a promising start, with four wins from four matches, placing them atop the La Liga table.

However, reports suggest that this could be Ancelotti’s final season in charge, as rumors swirl about his impending move to the Brazil national team job in the summer of 2024. In light of this, Real Madrid will need to identify a new manager at the conclusion of the 2023/24 season.

Numerous top-class managers have been linked with the Real Madrid managerial role, but it appears that the club has a preferred candidate in mind.

Journalist Rodrigo Faez, as reported by Madrid Universal, reveals that Xabi Alonso is the frontrunner to succeed Ancelotti as Real Madrid’s manager next summer. Speculation surrounding Alonso’s potential appointment has been ongoing for several months.

Xabi Alonso has made a significant impact since taking the reins at Bayer Leverkusen in October 2022, guiding them to a 6th-place finish in the Bundesliga and the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League last season. His tenure at Bayer Leverkusen began with the club facing potential relegation, making his achievements even more remarkable.

The start of this season has been equally impressive, as Bayer Leverkusen currently leads the Bundesliga with 11 goals scored and only 3 conceded in their first three games.

Alonso recently signed a contract extension with Bayer Leverkusen that extends until the summer of 2026. However, if Real Madrid is determined to secure his services, overcoming this obstacle might not be insurmountable.