Nigeria, May 25 -- Real Madrid today announced the appointment of Xabi Alonso after parting ways with Carlo Ancelotti, who was in charge during their 2-0 win yesterday over Real Sociedad - his final game at the helm.

"Real Madrid C. F. confirms that Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from 1 June 2025 until 30 June 2028."

According to the club, he will sign a three-year contract tomorrow, Monday 26 May, and will be unveiled the same day.

"Tomorrow, 26 May, at 12:30 pm CEST, Xabi Alonso will be unveiled as the new Real Madrid coach at an event held at Real Madrid City.

Prior to this, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez will host Xabi Alonso for the official signing ceremony, where he will put pen to...