Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso was happy with the German champions' 4-0 win at Feyenoord in their Champions League campaign opener on Thursday, but said the victory did not come as easily as it looked.

Bayer Leverkusen is open to discussing the appointment of Raul, the head coach of Real Madrid's Castilla team, should Xabi Alonso leave the club, according to Madrid Xtra, citing Sport Bild.

Xabi Alonso praises Bayer Leverkusens efficiency and flexibility after a 4-0 Champions League win over Feyenoord, marking a significant achievement.

After a resounding Champions League win over Dutch side Feyenoord in midweek, Bayer Leverkusen are determined to keep the momentum rolling when they face VfL Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday, coach Xabi Alonso said.

Xabi Alonso and Bayer Leverkusen have experienced almost everything in soccer over the last year. Having to rebound from a loss, not so much.