Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso faced the media in a press conference, where anticipation was high regarding his future. However, Alonso chose to steer clear of the topic, instead emphasizing his focus on the current season.
“I’m staying focused on this season,” Alonso said when asked about where he’ll be coaching next season. “We’re in an important phase and we don’t want to speculate. We don’t want to think about anything other than football.”
Despite persistent speculation from German media that the Basque coach might reveal his next move today in the presser, Alonso remained firm in his stance. With his contract set to expire in 2026, many hoped for clarity about whether he would go to [Real Madrid](https://www.managingmadrid.com) or stay in Leverkusen, but Alonso remained non-committal.
“I’m focused on this season, and nothing else,” Alonso answered. “There was nothing to decide. We shouldn’t think too far ahead; we take it game by game.”