A 44-year-old coach is reportedly poised to step in for Arne Slot should Liverpool’s current crisis worsen.
Pressure is reportedly building on Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid, with some senior players said to be growing uneasy about his methods, creating tension within the dressing room.
Although he made a strong start to his coaching career and remains a beloved figure at the club, his future in Madrid is now being questioned. Rumours from Spain and England claim Liverpool could soon make a move for him.
A reliable X source suggests Alonso — a former Anfield favourite known for his intelligence, composure, and leadership — would be prepared to take the Liverpool job if the chance arises.
Could Xabi Alonso Return to Liverpool?
His name continues to carry significant weight at Anfield. Michael Edwards, Liverpool’s chief executive and a key figure in the club’s modern success, is believed to be a long-standing admirer of Alonso. He reportedly saw the Spaniard as the perfect successor to Jürgen Klopp, although Alonso chose Real Madrid at the time, viewing it as the next logical step after his achievements with Bayer Leverkusen.
Arne Slot Under Serious Pressure
Current manager Arne Slot is enduring a torrid spell, with Liverpool’s form collapsing in recent weeks and the team sliding out of the Premier League’s top half. Reports claim he has been given until January to reverse their fortunes, making the coming weeks vital for his job security.
If the slump continues, many believe Alonso could make a dramatic return to the Premier League as Liverpool’s next head coach.
Should Alonso leave Madrid, Real are expected to turn to Zinedine Zidane once again as an interim solution — a familiar pattern in their recent managerial upheavals.
