"Replace Sabi with Charbi?" Leverkusen considers former Barca coach Chavi to replace Alonso, who is likely to go to Real
"Replace Sabi with Charbi?" Leverkusen considers former Barca coach Chavi to replace Alonso, who is likely to go to Real
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Coach Chavi Hernandez was mentioned as a candidate to replace coach Xavi Alonso.
Spain's "As" quoted Germany's "Kicker" on the 30th (Korea Standard Time) and reported, "Bayer Leverkusen may consider Chavi as a replacement for Alonso. Chavi will be one of the candidates to take the helm of the team along with coach Erik tenhach."
Alonso is expected to break up with Leverkusen at the end of this season. A number of media outlets including Sky Sports in the U.K. recently reported that Alonso will resign as coach of Leverkusen within a few weeks. Fernando Caro, CEO of Leverkusen, also said that he would not disturb Alonso if he decides to leave the team.
Real Madrid is considered to be Alonso's next destination. Real will likely break up with Ancelotti as he is highly unlikely to be involved this season due to the Copa del Rey and the elimination of the UEFA Champions League. Ancelotti's trip to the Brazil national team will likely fail, but chances are high that he will replace the coach at least in August, and Alonso will be the most likely candidate.
Leverkusen is looking for a leader with a similar style to Alonso. As a Spanish coach, Alonso led Leverkusen's revival through simple pass football and brilliant attack. Last season, he led Leverkusen to its first Bundesliga championship, an unbeaten championship, and a DFB Pokal, achieving its first double as a club's founder. Hence, he has the opinion that the new coach should also be able to inherit Alonso's soccer.
As a native of Barcelona, Chabi has good knowledge of passing football. While coaching Barcelona from November 2021 to 2024, he also accumulated a winning career by winning La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup. Leverkusen also reportedly highly appreciated Chabi's playing style, English proficiency, and international experience.
Chabi is also willing to take the helm of Leverkusen. According to the media, the two sides have already contacted each other, and Chabi also sent a positive signal. 안전놀이터
Leverkusen is keeping an eye on Real Sociedad coach Imanol Alnogar, besides Chabi and Tenhach. The team will respond quickly to Alonso's decision on his future.