Xabi Alonso – Analysis & Leverkusen’s Rise Explained

Xabi Alonso was a genius as a player – now he’s also showing what he can do as a coach. And he’s rocking the Bundesliga!
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The Werkself are the early frontrunners in the Bundesliga - next up it’s the top-of-the-table clash with Bayern München! But what’s the recipe for success?
Xabi Alonso has managed to build a squad that are serious title hopefuls. Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong already dazzled last season, but now the team have improved significantly thanks to some top transfers in the summer: Victor Boniface is the man providing the goals – he’s got four to his name already, as well as two assists. Jonas Hofmann also adds bags of quality. After three matchdays, Leverkusen boast the maximum haul of points. The team are fun and exciting to watch.
What do you think? Can Leverkusen break Bayern München’s dominance? How far do you think Xabi Alonso can take this team? Let us know in the comments!

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