Weight is gathering behind Xabi Alonso's recruitment plans for Real Madrid this summer, now that his imminent departure from Bayer Leverkusen has been confirmed.

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso says he’s leaving the German club after this season, ahead of an expected move to Real Madrid.

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso would not confirm his destination this summer, but he did announce his exit from the German side on Friday. There is little doubt that he will be arriving at Real