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Fernando Carro and Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso

Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid return looms as Leverkusen confirm 'exit pact'

Bayer Leverkusen have revealed a "gentleman's agreement" that could pave the way for their head coach, Xabi Alonso, to join Real Madrid this summer, intensifying speculation about a dramatic return to his former club.

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Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso declines to comment on Real Madrid links

Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso has chosen not to comment on speculation linking him with a return to Real Madrid for next season, insisting that now is not the time to discuss his future.

Victor Boniface

Xabi Alonso hails returning Victor Boniface in Leverkusen triumph

Victor Boniface made a thunderous return to Bayer Leverkusen's starting lineup, scoring in their 3-1 victory over VfL Bochum on Friday.

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Bayer Leverkusen strike late to slash Bayern's Bundesliga lead

Bayer Leverkusen turned up the heat on Bundesliga frontrunners Bayern Munich with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over VfL Bochum, cutting the gap at the top to just three points ahead of the weekend's remaining fixtures.

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Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso remains silent over Real Madrid rumours

Bayer Leverkusen's gaffer Xabi Alonso faced the press on Thursday, with many expecting him to drop hints about his next move.

Nathan Tella

Nathan Tella and Edmond Tapsoba sidelined for Bayer Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen are set to face VfL Bochum on Friday without two key players, as Nigerian striker Nathan Tella and Burkina Faso defender Edmond Tapsoba have been ruled out due to injuries.

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