Xabi Alonso, the Spanish midfielder who has been a key player for Bayern Munich in recent years, is expected to leave the club today. The news comes as a shock to many fans and players alike, as Alonso has been a consistent performer for the German giants over the past decade.

Alonso, who joined Bayern from Real Madrid in 2011, has made more than 400 appearances for the club, scoring 37 goals and providing countless assists. He has also won three Bundesliga titles with the club, as well as one Champions League trophy.

However, despite his success at Bayern, Alonso has struggled to find first-team football since the arrival of new coach Hansi Flick last season. The former Liverpool captain was left out of the squad for Bayern's opening game of the season against Schalke, and he was even substituted during a match against Wolfsburg earlier this month.

As a result, it seems likely that Alonso will be leaving the club today. There have been reports suggesting that he may move to Atletico Madrid or another top European club, although nothing official has been confirmed yet.

Regardless of where he ends up next season, it is clear that Xabi Alonso has had an impressive career at Bayern Munich. His departure will be a big loss for both the team and the supporters, but hopefully, he can continue to play at the highest level for some time to come.