Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich TV channel as Liverpool watch Xabi Alonso showdown

Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen will look to open a five-point gap at the Bundesliga summit with victory against perineurial champions Bayern Munich on Saturday night.

Leverkusen welcome Harry Kane and co to the BayArena for a fixture that will have a significant bearing on who is crowned champions of Germany. The home side are currently enjoying a 30-game-unbeaten run across all competitions this campaign.

Eyes from all across Germany will be fixated on this latest Bundesliga classic, while there is also expected to be significant interest in the David vs Goliath showcase from Merseyside as Liverpool supporters look to catch a glimpse of Alonso, who has been linked with the soon-to-be-vacant managerial post at Anfield, after a fine first full season in the Bundesliga.

As it stands, the Spaniard, who has Leverkusen sitting two points clear at the summit, is on course to become the first manager in the club's 120-year-old history to deliver a Bundesliga title. Here is how you can watch Alonso's Leverkusen in action against Bayern Munich on Saturday night.

What time does Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich kick off?

The Bundesliga clash at the BayArena kicks off at 5:30pm on Saturday, February 10. The game will be shown on Sky Sports Football.

What has been said about Xabi Alonso's future at Bayer Leverkusen?

Plenty has been said about Alonso's future in the aftermath of Klopp's Liverpool resignation, with former Bayern Munich team-mate Bastian Schweinsteiger the latest to endorse the Spaniard for the managerial role at Anfield, although he thinks his departure would be to the detriment of the Bundesliga.

"I know Xabi and I believe that it is his big dream to coach Liverpool one day," said Schweinsteiger speaking to ARD. "I