One of the potential candidates is Erik ten Hag, a former manager of Manchester United. He has a contract with Ajax, but it is set to expire in 2026. Xabi Alonso, the current manager of Bayer Leverkusen, is expected to leave the team to join Real Madrid at the end of the season.

Bayer Leverkusen is already looking for a replacement for Alonso. According to reports, Ten Hag is being considered for the role. Another candidate is Imanol Alguacil, the current manager of Real Sociedad, who will leave his position at the end of the season.

Additionally, Xavi, a former manager of Barcelona, is also being linked with the position. He has announced that he plans to return to football this summer after a year-long break.