Real Madrid Legend Gets Approval to Take on Role as Villarreal Manager

The managerial landscape at Real Madrid is generating significant interest, with Carlo Ancelotti currently at the helm and speculation about his potential departure at the end of the season. While Ancelotti is rumored to be eyeing the Brazil national team job, Real Madrid is contemplating its next move.

One name that has emerged as a favorite for the Real Madrid managerial role is Xabi Alonso. The former Real Madrid player has impressed in his coaching stint at Bayer Leverkusen, leading them to the top of the Bundesliga table, ahead of giants like Bayern Munich. Alonso’s history with the club could work in his favor.

Another former Real Madrid legend linked to the Santiago Bernabeu job is Raul. Currently coaching Real Madrid Castilla, Raul is reportedly considering an offer from Villarreal, with the approval of Real Madrid’s leadership.

Villarreal recently parted ways with Quique Setien due to a poor start to the season, having lost three out of their four La Liga matches. Despite the departure of key players like Pau Torres, Nicolas Jackson, and Samuel Chukwueze during the summer transfer window, Villarreal finished fifth in the previous campaign.

While the managerial situation at Real Madrid remains uncertain, Xabi Alonso and Raul are both on the radar for potential future roles, creating intriguing possibilities for the club’s future leadership.