Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have on Wednesday forwarded a message of gratitude to their counterparts at Real Madrid.This comes after Xabi Alonso’s squad were given permission to train at

Victor Boniface is reportedly set to become one of the highest-paid players at Bayer Leverkusen as the German club kickstarts negotiations for a new deal.

Xabi Alonso has said he's "very calm" despite being linked to taking charge at Real Madrid, with speculation over the future of Carlo Ancelotti.

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has ducked questions about a move to Real Madrid at season's end. Xabi is being mentioned as Carlo Ancelotti's successor at Real. Ahead of Bayer 's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid, Xabi was asked by Spanish reporters about the Real rumours.

Xabi Alonso could make up to five changes to his Bayer Leverkusen side ahead of their Champions League against Atlético Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano on Tuesday night.Lukas Hradecky, Arthur,

At a press conference on Monday, Xabi Alonso was asked about the speculation and made no secret of the special relationship he has with Real Madrid, who he represented as a player. "Time passes, but the affection remains. My bond with Real is strong, that's clear, but my focus is now on Bayer Leverkusen ," Xabi Alonso said, adding:

Carlo Ancelotti’s future at Real Madrid remains uncertain, with reports suggesting he may leave at the end of the season, The post Xabi Alonso responds to Real Madrid coaching rumors first appeared on Africa Top Sports.