Xabi Alonso, The Elegance of a Leader: From World Cup Winner to Master Manager – Luca Caioli and Cyril Collot

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Author: Luca Caioli and Cyril Collot

Luca Caioli and Cyril Collot follow Xabi Alonso from childhood in Tolosa and his start at Real Sociedad through spells at Liverpool, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Spain, then into management at Bayer Leverkusen and back at Real Madrid. The 288-page hardback draws on research and interviews, and looks at how his experience under top coaches shaped his own approach. It was published on 26 October 2026, so independent reviews are still to come. Best for: Fans of Alonso’s playing career and anyone curious about how he coaches.

A biography of Xabi Alonso, from Tolosa and Real Sociedad through Liverpool, Real Madrid, Bayern and Spain to management at Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid.

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