Xabi Alonso remains OPTION 1, 2 AND 3 for Real Madrid as new head coach, says Fabrizio.

Real Madrid has made its stance crystal clear: Xabi Alonso is the undisputed top priority to take over as the club’s next head coach. According to reliable transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Spanish legend is not only the first option—but also the second and third.

After an impressive run with Bayer Leverkusen, where he has earned praise for his tactical intelligence and leadership, Alonso has quickly become one of the most sought-after managers in Europe. But Real Madrid is determined to bring their former midfield maestro back to the Santiago Bernabéu—this time on the sidelines.

The club is reportedly waiting for the season to conclude before making any official moves. Still, insiders suggest that club president Florentino Pérez and the board view Alonso as the perfect figure to lead Madrid into a new era.

If appointed, Alonso would follow in the footsteps of Zinedine Zidane—another club icon who transitioned from playing hero to coaching legend.