Bayer Leverkusen news

Xabi Alonso’s reasons for favouring a move to Bayern Munich over one to Liverpool have been revealed, with Jurgen Klopp playing a leading role.

Granit Xhaka is taking nothing for granted after his experience with Arsenal, despite Bayer Leverkusen's 10-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga.

How to watch the Bundesliga match between FC Koln and Bayer Leverkusen, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Bayer Leverkusen's flying wing-back Alex Grimaldo has heaped praise upon Liverpool and Bayern Munich-linked head coach Xabi Alonso.

Liverpool are considering approaching Roberto De Zerbi to replace Jurgen Klopp as head coach should they fail to bring Xabi Alonso to Anfield.

Xabi Alonso reportedly has a "verbal promise" from Bayer Leverkusen that the Spaniard can leave if he has an offer from Liverpool or Bayern Munich.

Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes has expressed his belief that manager Xabi Alonso will remain with the team after this season.

Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is hot property going into the summer, and reportedly has a "clear preference" between Liverpool and Bayern Munich.

Liverpool have reportedly identified two alternative coaches to replace Jurgen Klopp if Xabi Alonso snubs them this summer.

Liverpool have been told they should consider Thomas Tuchel as an option to replace Jurgen Klopp despite his struggles at Bayern Munich this season.

Granit Xhaka had the entire Bayer Leverkusen bench fooled, including manager Xabi Alonso, with a fake injury celebration against Mainz.

Bayer Leverkusen set a new Bundesliga record after Friday's 2-1 win over Mainz, as they went 11 points clear of title rivals Bayern Munich.

Bayer Leverkusen went 11 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga after Mainz goalkeeper Robin Zentner's howler helped secure them a 2-1 win.