Xabi Alonso, the former Spanish international midfielder, is set to leave his current club, Heidenheim, after just one season at the club. The decision was made by both parties and comes as no surprise given the player's age and his desire to play for a team that offers more playing time.
Alonso has been with Heidenheim since January 2017 and has played a significant role in their promotion to the Bundesliga last season. However, he has now decided to move on and focus on other opportunities that may come his way. The German club is reportedly in talks with several clubs about selling him, including Manchester United and Liverpool.
The departure of Alonso could have serious implications for Heidenheim's future in the Bundesliga. The club has struggled in recent seasons and will need to find a new leader and manager to turn things around. Additionally, losing a key player like Alonso could make it difficult for them to compete with the bigger clubs in the league.
However, there is also the possibility that Alonso could end up playing for a different club altogether. There have been reports suggesting that he could be interested in returning to Spain or even moving abroad. Whatever the case may be, it seems likely that Alonso will be leaving Heidenheim soon, and the club will need to prepare for his departure carefully.