The first major move by Real Madrid for next season already has a name. Florian Wirtz, the jewel of Bayer Leverkusen, is getting closer and closer to the Santiago Bernabéu. And he would not be arriving solely because of the white club’s desire: according to German media reports, he would be a gift from Xabi Alonso, who is preparing to take over the reins at Real Madrid after his historic campaign in the Bundesliga. The Basque coach wants to have the young German talent in his new project, and the player, for his part, is prioritizing joining him over any other offer.
Real Madrid continues to build its future with young talent and sees Wirtz as a strategic opportunity: a player with vision, technical quality, and international experience… who also wants to wear the white jersey.
Wirtz, Xabi Alonso’s priority
At 21, Florian Wirtz has established himself as one of the most promising attacking midfielders in European football. Despite having a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2027, interest from big clubs continues unabated. Bayern Munich and Manchester City are also following him closely, but the player himself has already made up his mind: his first choice is Real Madrid, if he decides to make the move.
The connection between Wirtz and Xabi Alonso has been key to Leverkusen’s impressive performance this season, and it is precisely this rapport that the coach wants to bring to Chamartín. Real Madrid knows this and does not want to miss the opportunity to bring together one of the most sought-after coaches with one of the most sought-after talents on the market.
Bayer Leverkusen has indicated that it has no intention of selling Florian Wirtz, but pressure from the team and the player’s wishes could change things. Wirtz’s inner circle—specifically his father and agent—has good relations with Bayern, although the player’s intention is quite clear: to follow Xabi Alonso.
Madrid’s plan for Wirtz
Real Madrid has been betting on young players with global potential for years. Wirtz fits perfectly into that transfer policy, which has already brought in Valverde, Camavinga, Bellingham, and Tchouaméni. All of them arrived as promising prospects and are now pillars of the team. In that context, the arrival of the German international would not only strengthen the Whites’ attack but also consolidate a management model that combines precocious talent with ambition.
Wirtz is also a player who appeals to the fans: creative, direct and with an eye for goal. His versatility allows him to move around the entire front line, a quality highly valued by modern coaches.
The arrival of Xabi Alonso
Everything points to Xabi Alonso being the next Real Madrid coach. The club sees him as the natural replacement for Ancelotti, and his work in Germany backs this up. Winning the Bundesliga with Leverkusen has been the perfect introduction.
To start with, that could be his first demand. A major move that combines talent and confidence. If he finally signs, the capital club will not only be bringing in one of the best young coaches in international football, but also a player who is set to make history.
The roadmap has been laid out. And Wirtz could be the first big name to write the new chapter in Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid.