Robert Andrich of Bayer Leverkusen acknowledges that the rumors linking coach Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid are affecting the team's performance on the pitch. While Leverkusen managed a recent victory against Augsburg, their grip on the Bundesliga title is slipping as Bayern Munich closes in. Andrich feels the speculation is hard for players to ignore, prompting calls for clarity regarding Alonso's future. Managing director Simon Rolfes supports this sentiment, emphasizing the need for decisive communication to help the team focus and prepare for the future.
"I have to say that it's very loud around the team overall, and you notice that as a player. I'd be lying if I said it doesn't affect us."
"Basically, the job is always to prepare for many eventualities. Clarity always helps in life. We don't have that right now, but we will..."
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