Spanish coach Xabi Alonso has officially announced that he will leave his position at Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season, wrapping up a historic spell in which he led the club to win the Bundesliga and the DFB-Pokal, as well as reaching the Europa League final. Although he hasn’t confirmed his next destination, speculation linking him to Real Madrid continues to grow.

“It’s been a wonderful journey, but the time has come to close this chapter,” said Alonso, visibly emotional, during a press conference ahead of the match against Borussia Dortmund. The Basque manager also confirmed he would coach his final game against Augsburg on the last day of the German league.

Under his guidance, Leverkusen broke multiple records, including going unbeaten throughout the league season—an unprecedented feat in German football. They finished the campaign with 90 points, a staggering 27 ahead of second-placed Stuttgart, and far above Bayern Munich, who ended third after winning 11 consecutive league titles.

Xabi Alonso’s viral response about Real Madrid and the Club World Cup

Amid his farewell, Xabi Alonso had a moment that quickly went viral. During the press conference, a journalist cheekily asked if he already had a visa for the United States—hinting at the upcoming Club World Cup, where Real Madrid will participate. Alonso smiled knowingly but dodged the question, fueling speculation that he could be headed to manage the Spanish giants.

“Do you have your visa for the U.S.?” the reporter asked with a grin. Alonso, calm and composed, simply smiled, looked down briefly, and avoided giving a clear answer—something many interpreted as a sign pointing to the Santiago Bernabéu.

The exchange quickly made its way across social media, interpreted by fans and pundits alike as a possible hint at his next move.

Xabi Alonso now closes an unforgettable chapter in Leverkusen, where he will be remembered not only for the trophies, but for redefining the club’s history. He leaves a lasting legacy in the Bundesliga... with the world watching his next step.

Will Real Madrid be his new home? For now, the mystery remains.