Bayer Leverkusen managing director Simon Rolfes is confident of coach Xabi Alonso's commitment.

The Spaniard has been linked with Liverpool and Bayern Munich as both clubs seek new managers for next season.

But Rolfes is upbeat on Xabi's chances of staying.

I remain calm and optimistic. The most important thing for managers is that they feel comfortable and have the feeling that they are in the right place," Rolfes told Frankfurter Rundschau.

Xabi knows what he has at the club. He has said that many times. This is how he works with his team and his coaching team every day."

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