Real Madrid has confirmed Xabi Alonso as the new manager, replacing Carlo Ancelotti.
The 43-year-old former Spain midfielder has signed a three-year deal with the club.
Alonso was previously the manager of Bayer Leverkusen, where he guided the team to their first-ever Bundesliga title, finishing the season unbeaten.
He also lifted the German Cup in his first full season as a senior club manager during the 2023-24 campaign.
Alonso revealed earlier this month that he would be departing Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season.
Alonso will be introduced as the new manager at Madrid’s training ground on Monday.
He will take charge of Los Blancos for the Club World Cup, with his first game against Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal on June 18.
