Cliff Notes – Erik ten Hag might replace Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen
- Erik ten Hag is in advanced discussions with Bayer Leverkusen regarding a managerial position following his departure from Manchester United in November.
- The Dutch coach is reportedly not interested in returning to Ajax, preferring the opportunity at Leverkusen, who are seeking a replacement for Xabi Alonso.
- Leverkusen’s search for a new coach comes after Alonso’s move to Real Madrid, following Carlo Ancelotti’s appointment as Brazil’s national team manager.
Erik ten Hag might replace Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen
Erik ten Hag is closing in on a return to management with Bayer Leverkusen, sources have told ESPN.
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Ten Hag and his representatives have held constructive talks with the Bundesliga side and there is hope on both sides that an agreement can be reached.
The Dutchman has been without a club since leaving Manchester United in November.
Sources have told ESPN that he is reluctant to return to former club Ajax, where there is also a vacancy, and that his preference is to take over at Bayer Leverkusen.
Leverkusen are looking for a new coach after Xabi Alonso agreed to a deal with Real Madrid after their manager, Carlo Ancelotti, left to take charge of the Brazil national team.