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Erik Ten Hag has officially been appointed as the new manager of Bayer Leverkusen, marking a major development in European football management. Ten Hag, who recently left Manchester United, is set to bring his tactical acumen to the Bundesliga side as they prepare for the upcoming season.

At the same time, Real Madrid has confirmed Xabi Alonso as their new head coach, beginning a promising new era for the Spanish giants. Alonso expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “Hello everyone. This is a very special day that I will remember for life. This is a big moment. I can feel the Madridistas’ excitement. We have a great team with excellent players. I have the feeling that this is the beginning of a new era. I want people to say ‘This is my Madrid’ when they watch us play.”

Alonso’s appointment follows Carlo Ancelotti’s departure to manage the Brazil national team, and Real Madrid fans are hopeful that the former midfield maestro can replicate his success as a player on the sidelines.

Meanwhile, Liverpool have reportedly submitted a €100 million plus add-ons offer to Bayer Leverkusen for star midfielder Florian Wirtz. The German talent is believed to have rejected Manchester City’s advances, putting Liverpool at the forefront to secure his signature this summer.

In case of a possible Darwin Núñez exit, Liverpool have also set their sights on French forward Hugo Ekitike as a key target to bolster their attacking options.

At Arsenal, there is a strong desire to retain Thomas Partey, whose contract is nearing expiration. The Gunners are also pursuing Martin Zubimendi as part of their midfield reinforcement strategy for next season.

Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta has initiated talks with AC Milan winger Rafael Leao, aiming to bring the talented attacker to the Premier League. Leao’s pace and creativity are seen as critical additions to Arsenal’s front line.

The Gunners are also exploring a move to bring Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez back, especially as Real Madrid show interest in Brentford’s David Raya. Strengthening the goalkeeper position remains a priority for Arsenal.

Contract talks have progressed with striker Viktor Gyökeres, with Arsenal reportedly offering him a deal extending until June 2030. This long-term commitment indicates the club’s faith in his potential. Meanwhile, any prospect of Manchester United signing Gyökeres has been all but ruled out.

Manchester United have also held discussions with Brentford’s Bryan Mbuemo. However, Brentford’s €59.5 million asking price could complicate the transfer negotiations for the 25-year-old winger.

In Italy, Napoli have proposed a lucrative three-year contract to Kevin De Bruyne following his departure from Manchester City. Giovanni Manna, Napoli’s sporting director, revealed, “We’ve been working on the Kevin De Bruyne deal for months… and we’re now about to see the finish line.” Should the deal materialize, De Bruyne would bring his world-class playmaking skills to Serie A.

On the managerial front in England, Tottenham’s assistant coach Ryan Mason is the leading candidate to become West Bromwich Albion’s new manager. This could be Mason’s first full managerial role, highlighting his rising profile in English football coaching circles.

Aston Villa are in negotiations with representatives of young goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier as they look to strengthen their squad depth. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Joan Garcia has stated he has no intention of joining Barcelona despite circulating transfer rumors.

Jobe Bellingham is scheduled to visit Eintracht Frankfurt soon to discuss a potential transfer from Sunderland. The young midfielder is considered one of the hottest prospects in European football, and his move will attract plenty of attention.

Simone Inzaghi, Inter Milan’s coach, has acknowledged interest from both Italian and Saudi Arabian clubs, including Al-Hilal. However, Inzaghi emphasized his commitment to Inter as they approach a crucial final, stating, “It would be crazy to think about that with a final to play on Saturday… I will meet with the Inter Milan board after the final and, if the conditions are right, we will continue together.”

In other news, Luka Modrić is set to leave Real Madrid this summer after an illustrious 13-year stint at the club. He arrived at Tottenham with zero trophies and departs Madrid as the club’s most decorated player with 28 trophies, cementing his legacy as one of football’s greats.

Also making headlines, brothers Alexis and Kevin Mac Allister both won league titles this season—Alexis with Liverpool in the Premier League and Kevin with Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian League. Their dual success marks a rare family achievement in professional football.

As the summer transfer window heats up, clubs across Europe are moving swiftly to finalize deals, assemble competitive squads, and appoint the right managers. The managerial changes at Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen, alongside high-profile transfer pursuits, promise an exciting and transformative period in football.

With Xabi Alonso at the helm, Real Madrid fans will be eager to witness the new tactical direction and the hope of reclaiming dominance in La Liga and Europe. Meanwhile, Liverpool and Arsenal’s aggressive transfer strategies underline the intense competition for top talent heading into the new season.

The coming months will be critical as these stories unfold, shaping the future landscape of European football.