Miguel Gutiérrez, currently playing for Girona, is the favorite candidate to replace Alejandro Grimaldo at Bayer Leverkusen. Xabi Alonso considers him an ideal option for the left flank due to his attacking skills and defensive solidity. Gutiérrez has caught the interest of Bayer Leverkusen after a standout season in La Liga and is seen as a perfect fit for the team's offensive scheme.