Carlo Ancelotti said Xabi Alonso has "all doors open" as he leaves Bayer Leverkusen, praising the "fantastic job" the man expected to replace him at Real Madrid has done with the Bundesliga side.

Xabi Alonso, who will step down as head coach of Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season, had been linked the Real Madrid job.

The Athletic has reported that Ancelotti and Madrid have agreed terms for his departure, with the Italian expected to now coach Brazil.