The Spanish giants confirmed the appointment of their former midfielder on a three-year contract on Sunday.

Real Madrid appoint Alonso as manager on three-year contract

The Bundesliga side have not lost in 51 games this term.

Substitute Josip Stanisic slotted in with what proved to be the last kick of the game

Head coach Alonso is contracted to Bayer Leverkusen until the summer of 2026.

The 56-year-old has informed the club’s ownership of his shock decision to leave Anfield at the end of the season.

The World Cup winner is reportedly set to leave PSG this summer.

The 40-year-old was a champions League winner with Liverpool and Real Madrid.