Liverpool have reportedly been linked with 42-year-old Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso, their priority to replace Jurgen Klopp.
A report from Foot Mercato has claimed that Liverpool have finally established contact with 42-year-old Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso.
Jurgen Klopp Set to Leave Liverpool
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that he will leave the club at the end of the season, and the Reds will now need to replace him adequately. Klopp has been a phenomenal servant for the club, helping them win every single trophy at club level apart from the Europa League.
Replacing him will not be an easy task for any club, and it remains to be seen whether Liverpool can get their next appointment right. Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso has done an outstanding job in the Bundesliga, and he will be hoping to win the title this season. Die Werkself are currently on top of the table, and they will hope to go all the way.
Xabi Alonso on the Rise
Alonso has impressed with his exciting brand of football and tactically-astute management skills. He could prove to be an exciting addition for Liverpool next season. The Spanish manager knows the club from his time as a player at Anfield.
He will certainly be attracted to the idea of managing his former club next season, and it remains to be seen whether all parties can secure an agreement. Bayer Leverkusen have previously revealed that they won’t stand in his way if he wants to leave the club. They have a verbal agreement with the 42-year-old that he would be allowed to join clubs like Liverpool or Real Madrid.
Alonso is highly rated around Europe, and he is certainly one of the most exciting young managers right now. His appointment could prove to be a good decision for Liverpool, and it remains to be seen how the situation develops. Chelsea are keeping tabs on him as well.
Liverpool have a quality unit of players at their disposal, and they need the right manager to lead them forward. Alonso has shown during his time in the Bundesliga that he has the pedigree to manage at the highest level.
A move to Liverpool would be a return to the comfort zone for the Spaniard, and he could continue Klopp’s legacy at Liverpool. Furthermore, Alonso is already a fan favourite at the club from this time as a player, and the Liverpool fans will certainly be warming up to the idea of having him as their manager for the future.