Real Madrid continues to closely monitor Bayer Leverkusen's movements, a club that has become a source of talent for the top teams in Europe. After closely following Xabi Alonso's growth as a coach and Florian Wirtz's impact in the Bundesliga, now Madrid's interest focuses on Bayer Leverkusen's recent signing: Malik Tillman.

The Spanish club's new manager arrived already under pressure and with little time to work. Despite defeat, he's done an impressive job

Former Real Madrid star Gareth Bale has backed new head coach Xabi Alonso to make "big changes" at the club, saying that he won't be afraid to drop anyone.