Xabi Alonso is a candidate to coach Eintracht Frankfurt after being sacked by Real Madrid
In a significant development in the coaching transfer market, German and Spanish media outlets have reported serious efforts by Eintracht Frankfurt to sign Spanish coach Xabi Alonso. This increased interest comes as the club seeks to fill the void left by the recent dismissal of Dino Toppmüller, who was sacked following a string of poor results that have thwarted the team's domestic ambitions.
The end of the Madrid journey and the search for a new beginning
This news comes just days after a major shake-up in the Spanish capital, with Real Madrid announcing the dismissal of Xabi Alonso on Monday. The decisive move followed the team's 3-2 loss to arch-rivals Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup, a defeat that hastened his departure and the appointment of Álvaro Arbeloa as the new manager to salvage the club's season.
Frankfurt and the ambition to restore glory
According to the Spanish newspaper AS, Eintracht Frankfurt's sporting director, Markus Krösche, has made Xabi Alonso his top priority. Krösche is seeking an urgent meeting with the Basque coach to gauge his interest in a return to the Bundesliga. The German club's management views Alonso as the ideal leader for their new project, especially since the team still has a chance to compete for a Champions League spot and needs a coach with a strong personality and tactical experience to get the team back on track.
Alonso's history in Germany: Unforgettable successes
Eintracht Frankfurt's strong desire to sign Alonso stems from his impressive track record in German football. The Spanish coach has enjoyed a golden era with Bayer Leverkusen, leading them to an unbeaten Bundesliga title in a historic achievement. His attractive, attacking style of football also drew the attention of top European clubs like Liverpool and Bayern Munich before he ultimately took over at Real Madrid. This background makes him a dream choice for Frankfurt fans, who are eager to see their team compete on equal footing with the elite.
Alternative options and potential obstacles
Despite his strong desire, Eintracht Frankfurt's management recognizes the difficulty of the task and has therefore drawn up a list of potential replacements, including prominent names such as Edin Terzic, Marco Rose, and Roger Schmidt. Analysts suggest that accepting the Frankfurt coaching job could be a step backward in his career, especially after managing a club the size of Real Madrid and achieving remarkable success with Bayer Leverkusen. Observers believe that Alonso will prefer to wait and consider offers from top European clubs with ambitious sporting projects that align with his global aspirations, rather than rushing into a mid-season rescue mission.
