Real Madrid have finally made it official that Xabi Alonso is their new head coach, replacing Brazil-bound Carlo Ancelotti – whose final match in charge was Saturday’s 2-0 victory over Real

Liverpool FC can expect a playmaker with similar qualities to Lionel Messi, according to Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, should they land Florian Wirtz this summer. The Reds have sensationally emerged as the favourites to sign him, with the German edging closer to a Leverkusen exit.