Xabi Alonso to Remain at Leverkusen, Not Becoming Next Liverpool Manager
Liverpool’s search for a new manager continues, as it seems they will not be able to lure Xabi Alonso away from Bayer Leverkusen. Despite emerging as the frontrunner for the job when Jurgen Klopp announced his departure, sources suggest that the Reds are now moving on to other potential candidates, as Alonso is expected to stay at Leverkusen this summer.
Alonso, who has been at Leverkusen for less than two years, is reportedly keen to repay the faith shown in him by the club and is not looking to leave just yet. This news comes as a blow to Liverpool, as Alonso’s achievements at the helm of Leverkusen have established him as one of the most promising coaches in European football.
Leverkusen has had an impressive season so far, remaining undefeated in all competitions. They have advanced to the latter stages of the DFB-Pokal and Europa League and currently hold a 10-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga. This remarkable feat is even more significant considering that Leverkusen has never won a top-flight title in their history. With Alonso leading the team, they now have a chance not only to secure their first title but also to compete in the Champions League next season.
With Alonso out of the picture, Liverpool must now search for an alternative candidate to fill the managerial role. Ruben Amorim from Sporting and Roberto De Zerbi from Brighton are among the coaches that Liverpool admires. Amorim’s Sporting team is currently at the top of the Portuguese league, making him a top contender for the position. De Zerbi, on the other hand, is not only considered for the Liverpool job but also for the Bayern Munich job.
Speaking of Bayern Munich, they too have given up on their pursuit of Alonso. Honorary president Uli Hoeness expressed his belief that it would be very difficult, if not impossible, to sign Alonso. He stated that Alonso is more inclined to stay at Leverkusen due to their current successes and does not want to leave them behind. Bayern and Liverpool have both been informed by Alonso’s agent that he will not be leaving Leverkusen, prompting them to explore other options.
In conclusion, Xabi Alonso’s decision to remain at Bayer Leverkusen has put an end to Liverpool’s hopes of appointing him as their next manager. Leverkusen’s success under Alonso’s leadership has made him a highly sought-after coach, but it seems he is committed to continuing his work at the German club. Liverpool will now turn their attention to other candidates, with Ruben Amorim and Roberto De Zerbi being the frontrunners for the job. Bayern Munich has also given up on pursuing Alonso, accepting that he will remain at Leverkusen for the foreseeable future.