Regularly announced at Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso maintained the vagueness over his future. Present at a press conference on the eve of facing Bochum, in the Bundesliga, the former midfielder refused to mention a possible decision concerning his future in Bayer Leverkusen. Despite rumors, the Spanish coach insisted on his short -term commitment: “ There was nothing to decide. It was a good rest period. My goal and that of all players is not to think beyond the next match. We have to move forward match after match. »»
Under contract until 2026, the one who wore the Casa Blanca jersey for many years therefore wants to remain focused on the end of the season and the fight for the title in the Bundesliga against Bayern Munich. While the management of the club, led by Fernando Carro and Simon Rolfes, plans to approach an extension this summer, he refuses to project himself beyond this campaign: ” The goal is to fight to the end. Our first opportunity to reduce the difference in points is tomorrow. We want to maintain pressure on Bayern. We are in April, this is the phase where everything is decided and we want to be present until the end. One thing is certain, the supporters of the current German champion hope to see him continue his mission as long as possible.
