Source:
REUTERS/LIVERPOOL FC
[Saba
Sports News] According to recent reports, Liverpool are eyeing Xabi Alonso as a
potential replacement for their outgoing coach, Jurgen Klopp. The focus on
Alonso intensified after his team, Bayer Leverkusen, secured a 3-0 victory over
Bayern Munich, maintaining their position at the top of the Bundesliga
standings. Liverpool are reportedly interested in hiring the young coach to
lead them. Alonso, 42 years old, is a former Liverpool star who played for the
club from 2004 to 2009. After retiring in 2017, he transitioned into coaching
and is set to take over as Bayer Leverkusen’s coach in 2022. So far, Alonso has
led the team in 68 games, achieving an impressive record of 44 wins, 14 draws,
and 10 losses. Currently, his team sits at the top of the Bundesliga this
season. The editor suggests that Alonso’s coaching style focuses on
high-pressure pressing and quick counterattacks, emphasizing the players’
effort and enthusiasm on the field. His tactical philosophy is said to align
closely with that of Klopp, making him a suitable candidate to succeed the
current Liverpool coach. It’s important to note that these reports should be
treated as speculation until there is official confirmation from the clubs or
individuals involved. Coaching appointments are subject to various factors,
including negotiations, agreements, and the intentions of both parties.