Following Jürgen Klopp’s announcement of his departure from Liverpool Football Club, attention turned to Xabi Alonso as a potential replacement. However, despite being a fan favorite and a strong contender for the role, Alonso decided to remain focused on his current position at Bayer Leverkusen.
In an interview with CNN, Alonso emphasized the importance of thorough decision-making and stated that his decision was more about what he had at Leverkusen rather than what he might be missing at Liverpool. He acknowledged his strong bond with Liverpool but indicated that there were no issues in that regard.
While Alonso did not disclose details of any conversations with Liverpool regarding the managerial position, his comments suggest that discussions may have taken place. Despite the opportunity to move to Liverpool and the potential for career advancement, Alonso chose to stay with Leverkusen to lead them into the Champions League next season.
Liverpool’s new head coach, Arne Slot, may have closed the door on Alonso’s managerial prospects with the club, at least for the near future. However, speculation remains about Alonso’s future, with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich mentioned as possible destinations for him in the summer of 2025.
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