16.05.2025Werkself-TV

Xabi Alonso’s farewell interview after making history in Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso is leaving Leverkusen at the end of the season. In his final interview as Werkself coach, he talks about his two-and-a-half years at the helm, the greatest moments of his historic tenure and his appreciation of the connection with the fans and players throughout their remarkable progress together.

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