Xabi Alonso Expected to Leave VfB Stuttgart Match Today

Xabi Alonso is expected to leave VfB Stuttgart in the coming days, according to reports from Germany's Bild newspaper. The midfielder has been linked with a move away from the club after struggling for game time under head coach Thomas Tuchel.

Alonso has made just three appearances for Stuttgart this season and is yet to start a match. He has also struggled to make an impact on the pitch, having failed to score or assist in any of his five Bundesliga appearances so far.

The Spanish international has been a key player for Bayern Munich over the past decade, winning numerous titles and awards during his time at the Allianz Arena. However, he has found it difficult to adapt to life at the top level in Germany, where he has had to compete against some of Europe's best players.

Alonso is known for his versatility and technical ability, but he has struggled to find a regular starting place at Stuttgart. The club have reportedly received offers from other clubs, including former employers Real Madrid, but it remains to be seen whether he will accept an offer to join them.

If Alonso does leave Stuttgart, it could signal the end of an era at the club. The German giants have won two Bundesliga titles and one UEFA Champions League trophy under Tuchel, but they have struggled to live up to their reputation as one of the world's biggest clubs in recent years.

Regardless of what happens next, it will be interesting to see how Alonso adapts to life away from the Bundesliga and whether he can continue to play at the highest level.