Xabi Alonso: 'Atlético de Madrid has the best squad in a decade'
Xabi Alonso returns to the Metropolitano as Bayer Leverkusen coach. The former Real Madrid player praises Atlético de Madrid and their coach Diego Simeone, whom he considers an exceptional coach and with a great influence on the club.
Alonso highlights the quality of Atlético de Madrid’s squad, which he considers the best in a decade. Leverkusen arrives at the match with the absence of Terrier, while Atlético de Madrid only has the absence of Sorloth.
Both teams seek to qualify for the top 8 of the Champions League and are in good form. Alonso highlights the importance of the match and the difficulty of facing Atlético de Madrid, which has a competitive squad in all positions and a great mentality thanks to the influence of Simeone.
