Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has hailed Xabi Alonso. Who is prepare to leave his post at Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the 2024-25 season. Saying his performances have been outstanding over the past three years.
Alonso has been with Leverkusen since October 2022, with the highlights being the double of the Bundesliga and the 2024 DFA Cup.
The 43-year-old was originally contracted ทางเข้า UFABET สำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ สมัครวันนี้ รับโบนัสฟรี to Leverkusen until June 2026, but Real Madrid were keen to replace Carlo Ancelotti immediately, so everything was moved up a season.
Pep, who worked with him in the role of coach-player during their time at Bayern Munich, praised his former subordinate’s performance and wished him well in his future endeavors.
“Going to the Bundesliga and going head-to-head with Bayern Munich is always difficult,” Guardiola said at his pre-match press conference ahead of the Southampton game on May 10.
“What about the results from last season where we were unbeaten until the Europa League final against Atalanta (lost 0-3)?”
“The way they play and the development of their players – Leverkusen should be proud of the collaboration they have had over the last two or three years.”
Alonso and Guardiola have won two Bundesliga titles and one DFB -Pokal together .