Fernando Torres has expressed his delight at the success of his former Liverpool teammate, Xabi Alonso, as the manager of Bayer Leverkusen.
Speaking after a Liverpool Legends game, Torres praised Alonso’s transition from player to manager, highlighting his impressive achievements at Bayer Leverkusen.
“I think he’s doing great. Alonso is a fantastic player, and he has seamlessly transitioned into a fantastic manager. He’s a really nice guy, and I have a good friendship with him. I wish him all the best,” Torres said.
Torres noted Alonso’s remarkable journey, noting his contributions to the Sociedad academy and his evolution into one of the world’s top managers. He also lauded Alonso’s unbeaten record and bright future at Bayer Leverkusen.
Bayer Leverkusen currently leads the Bundesliga table and boasts an impressive streak of 38 games without defeat across all competitions.
Alonso’s managerial prowess has been pivotal to Bayer Leverkusen’s success, earning admiration from former teammates like Torres and establishing himself as a rising star in the coaching world.