It is still not known who will replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. There are a few possible candidates for the title. But perhaps the most favourite one among supporters is Xabi Alonso.
That shouldn’t be a real surprise. Alonso has done a brilliant job at Bayer Leverkusen. Since Alonso has taken over, Leverkusen has dominated the Bundesliga. His side are currently ten points clear at the top of the league with ten games remaining. Alonso has also set a German record, having gone 34 games unbeaten with Leverkusen in all competitions this season – beating Bayern Munich’s previous best of 32.
On top of that, Alonso’s relationship with the fans also makes him an appealing candidate. He has played at Anfield for several years during his playing career. Including in that famous final at Istanbul in the Champions League. If he were to take over, he would not only understand the pressures at Liverpool, but he’d also be given time and patience.
Xabi Alonso’s preferred choice
Of course, given Alonso’s managerial prowess, Liverpool are not the only club in the race for his signature. Bayern Munich are also thought to be interested in the 42-year-old manager, whose work has been described recently as ‘extraordinary’ by Jose Mourinho.
However, despite interest from Bayern Munich, football journalist and transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri says, his choice is Liverpool. Taking to Twitter, the journalist responded to a fan in his replies.
Let’s take that with a pinch of salt. However, even just looking at this objectively. If Alonso had a choice between Liverpool and Bayern Munich right now, the more appealing option is definitely Liverpool. Bayern are in a difficult period. Meanwhile, Liverpool have a strong squad, and a support base that would welcome Alonso with open arms.
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