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Bayer has appointed Carles Martinez as its new head coach, presenting him as its "Plan B". Given the similarities with Xabi Alonso, the stakes are high; nevertheless, the Spaniard brings qualities that will suit the Werkself very well.

Bayer Leverkusen have pulled off a surprise managerial appointment by naming former Toulouse boss Carles Martinez Novell as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The 42-year-old replaces the departing Kasper Hjulmand at the BayArena after the Bundesliga side saw moves for Andoni Iraola and Filipe Luis fall through.

Bayer Leverkusen have appointed a new head coach – and the name is not one that has been widely speculated upon in recent days.

Bayer Leverkusen have reportedly turned down the opportunity to appoint former Real Madrid defender Alvaro Arbeloa as their new head coach. Despite a frantic search for a new leader to replace Kasper Hjulmand, the Bundesliga side are continuing their pursuit of other candidates after deciding the Spaniard is not yet ready for the role.