Alonso's Bundesliga Comeback: Frankfurt's Bold Move for a Real Madrid Legend

Frankfurt targets Alonso after Topmüller exit

Eintracht Frankfurt is weighing a move for Xabi Alonso, the former Real Madrid boss, following the dismissal of Dino Topmüller.

The club announced Topmüller's departure on Sunday, saying the decision came after a comprehensive review of sporting and structural factors in recent weeks.

The move follows a 3-3 draw with Werder Bremen last Friday, a result that highlighted a need for an immediate uplift.

Bild reports Frankfurt wants a quick path back on track by luring Alonso back to Germany, amid a search that also included Eden Terzić, Marco Rose and Roger Schmidt.

Contenders, links, and the German outlook

Markus Krösche, the sporting director, reportedly wants to meet Alonso personally to discuss terms for this season.

The Alonso link also keeps Liverpool in the frame, seen as a potential replacement for Dutch coach Arne Slot should any deal materialize.

Frankfurt currently sit seventh in the Bundesliga with 27 points, but their issue remains defensive, having conceded 39 goals in 18 league games.

All parties would prefer a swift resolution, because the clock in January mercilessly ticks while tiebreakers and contracts linger.

If Alonso returns, Frankfurt would join the hunt for a manager who can blend defensive discipline with attacking intent.

Punchline: If Alonso signs, the defense might stop leaking—it's like plugging a leaky faucet with a clipboard.

Punchline 2: And if not, well, there's always January and the transfer window—time to sharpen those punchlines too.