It is only a matter of time before Real Madrid officially announce Xabi Alonso as the new manager, with the Spaniard set to take over from Carlo Ancelotti.The 43-year-old former midfielder already

Real Madrid want Xabi Alonso in place as their new manager in time for the start of next month's Club World Cup.

Departing Bayer Leverkusen manager, Xabi Alonso has gotten Real Madrid’s approval for three new signings. According to Madrid Zone (via Marca), Alonso has asked Real Madrid for the new signings in time before the FIFA Club World Cup starts in June and the Los Blancos has granted his request.