Liverpool are said to be keeping a close watch on developments surrounding former midfielder Xabi Alonso following his recent dismissal as Real Madrid head coach.<\/p>\n
The Spaniard was unable to deliver the expected results after arriving at the Santiago Bernab\u00e9u last summer, despite previously enjoying remarkable success during his time in charge of Bayer Leverkusen.<\/p>\n
At the same time, it has been a challenging season for Liverpool, with Arne Slot failing to replicate the success of his debut campaign and beginning to face increased scrutiny. According to Fichajes, these circumstances are strengthening the possibility of Alonso making a return to Anfield as manager, with that prospect reportedly growing more likely by the day.<\/p>\n
Liverpool tracking Alonso amid rival interest<\/p>\n
The Spanish outlet claims Liverpool are monitoring Alonso\u2019s situation, though they may face competition from the likes of Manchester City and Bayern Munich.<\/p>\n
The 44-year-old earned widespread praise at Leverkusen, where he guided the club to their first-ever Bundesliga title and led them to the Europa League final in the 2023\/24 season.<\/p>\n
Alonso also boasts an exceptional playing career, having won the Champions League with both Liverpool and Real Madrid, along with numerous other major trophies at those clubs and Bayern Munich. His pedigree would likely make him a hugely popular appointment among Liverpool supporters should the club decide to move on from Slot.<\/p>\n
Comparing records
\n\u2022 Xabi Alonso (Real Madrid):
\n24 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses \u2013 70.59% win rate
\n\u2022 Arne Slot (Liverpool):
\n54 wins, 15 draws, 18 losses \u2013 62.07% win rate<\/p>\n
Should Liverpool change manager?<\/p>\n
Much will depend on how the remainder of the season unfolds, and many fans may feel Slot deserves additional patience.<\/p>\n
After all, the Dutchman delivered a Premier League title in his first year at the helm, even if this campaign has proven far more difficult. While Alonso could represent an upgrade, his struggles at Madrid underline that success is never guaranteed.<\/p>\n
Slot, meanwhile, appears to be guiding Liverpool out of their poor run of form, with the team now unbeaten in eleven matches after previously suffering nine defeats in twelve games.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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