In the whirlwind of managerial gossip, the potential move of Xabi Alonso to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen has become a hot topic.
Reports indicate that Xabi Alonso, the 42-year-old Spaniard, currently at the helm of Leverkusen, could be the successor to Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.
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Fabrizio Romano and SportBild have thrown their hats into the ring, suggesting Alonso as a strong candidate, fueling speculation further. However, reliable reporter Ben Jacobs sheds light on Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro’s stance, writing for GIVEMESPORT,
“Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso will be a leading contender. Alonso has done a fantastic job at Bayern Leverkusen, who are currently top of the Bundesliga.
Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro told me back in November that there is no formal clause allowing Alonso to leave for Liverpool, or any of his other old clubs, but he added no one at Leverkusen will force him to stay if he does want a new challenge.”
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Alonso’s managerial prowess is undeniable, orchestrating Leverkusen’s meteoric rise from Bundesliga’s bottom to its summit in just over a year.
With an unbeaten streak in 2023/24 and a genuine shot at their first league title since 2012, Alonso’s stock is soaring. Carro’s assurance that Leverkusen won’t impede Alonso’s departure adds intrigue to Liverpool’s pursuit.
Guillem Balague adds fuel to the speculation, stating that Leverkusen has privately and publicly conveyed to Alonso their support for his potential move to Liverpool. Despite the absence of a buy-out clause, Balague emphasizes,
“The former Spain international, who has recently turned 42, has two and a half years left on his Bayer Leverkusen contract.
Leverkusen have always told Alonso, both privately and publicly, they would not stand in his way if a chance to join one of the elite clubs in Europe came his way. There is no buy-out clause in his contract.”
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As Liverpool fans eagerly anticipate Klopp’s successor, the spotlight is on Alonso, favoured by bookmakers.
However, the plot thickens as Balague introduces a twist—Manchester City might throw their hat into the ring. Balague suggests that City, with Pep Guardiola possibly leaving in 2025, could eye Alonso, making it a potential hurdle for Liverpool.
As Klopp prepares for his sabbatical, the chessboard is set for a strategic battle for Alonso’s managerial services, with Liverpool and City positioned as the primary contenders. Only time will reveal the next move in this football managerial chess match.
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