Unlikely Successor for Jurgen Klopp: Ruben Amorim’s Liverpool Dream Fading Away
In a surprising turn of events, Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim, who was initially considered the front-runner to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, is now deemed “unlikely” to take charge at Anfield. The speculation surrounding Amorim intensified after Xabi Alonso committed to Bayer Leverkusen, making him the leading candidate for the Liverpool job.
However, according to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, talks between Amorim’s representatives and the club have cast doubt on his chances of becoming Klopp’s successor. This unexpected development coincides with West Ham’s interest in Amorim as a potential replacement for David Moyes, should he depart.
The news comes as a shock to many who believed that Amorim would be the perfect fit for Liverpool. As a result, the club is now reportedly exploring other options. Interestingly, bookmakers have adjusted their odds, with Feyenoord manager Arne Slot emerging as the second-favorite behind Amorim at 6/1.
Slot, known for his preference for a 4-2-3-1 formation, recently guided Feyenoord to victory in the KNVB Cup with a 1-0 win over NEC Nijmegen. Last season, Feyenoord claimed the Eredivisie title and are currently in contention for a second-place finish this year, trailing leaders PSV Eindhoven by nine points with four games remaining.
Meanwhile, Amorim’s Sporting CP is just two games away from securing the Portuguese top-flight title. During a recent 3-0 victory over Vitoria SC, fans passionately urged their manager to stay. However, it seems that his future may lie elsewhere.
As Liverpool takes a data-led approach in their search for Klopp’s successor, other names have emerged as potential candidates. Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi, Wolves’ Gary O’Neil, and Bologna’s Thiago Motta are among the favorites being considered by the club.
The uncertainty surrounding Amorim’s candidacy for the Liverpool job has left fans eagerly awaiting further updates. With the managerial landscape constantly evolving, it remains to be seen who will ultimately take charge at Anfield and lead the club into a new era.