Bayer Leverkusen's coaching change is approaching: who will replace Alonso?

One of the issues that has become the center of attention in European football on the eve of the new season is related to the head coach of Bayer Leverkusen, Xabi Alonso. There is great interest in who will replace the specialist, who is expected to leave the team management this summer.

Former Spanish star and current head coach of Como, Cesc Fabregas, was previously mentioned as one of the main candidates. However, according to insiders, Fabregas's salary demands were much higher than Bayer's offer. Therefore, the club's management was forced to look for a new candidate.

Now, Leverkusen has turned its attention to one of the promising specialists in the English Premier League - Brighton coach Fabian Huetzeller. According to information published by the authoritative German publication SportBILD, negotiations between Bayer and the 32-year-old Swiss coach are proceeding very positively and the parties are on the verge of an agreement.

Hützeler is one of the youngest managers in the Premier League, having taken over at Brighton in early 2024. He has 52 points from 35 games and is currently 10th in the table. Although his current contract with the club runs until 2027, Bayer Leverkusen are keen to see him replace Xabi Alonso, with his philosophy and modern approach highly regarded.

Analysts say Hützeler is a good candidate to take over at such an ambitious club as Bayer Leverkusen. Despite his young age, his high-level playing style, attention to tactical analysis and skillful approach to working with young players could be a real asset to Leverkusen.

Now, all eyes and ears are on the appointment, which could be officially announced in the coming days. Bayer, which has achieved excellent results with Xabi Alonso, aims to continue in the same spirit with its new coach. Will Fabian Hützeler be able to justify this trust? The answer will be known soon. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!