A strong trend is emerging for the succession of Jürgen Klopp on the Liverpool FC bench.
At the age of 42, he has established himself as one of the rising stars of European football on the coaching market. As methodical and astute as football that he was, Xabi Alonso became a remarkable strategic coach. The Spaniard has built a winning machine in Leverkusen. To the point of placing Bayer, eternal loser in the Bundesliga, at the top of the German championship ahead of the great Bayern Munich.
The Bavarian giant is in fact looking for a coach after announcing the departure at the end of the season of Thomas Tuchel. And Xabi Alonso is clearly at the top of the list. Having passed through the club, the former midfielder ticks all the boxes in the eyes of Bayern management. But the Spaniard should take another direction…
Liverpool: discussions started for this technician
According to information from Foot Mercato, it is in Liverpool that Xabi Alonso would consider continuing his coaching career. Legend of the Mersey club, the 2010 world champion would see himself succeeding the legendary Jürgen Klopp, who has also announced his desire to retire. Discussions between the different parties have already started.
However, Liverpool must not yet claim victory in this matter. Bayern remains on the lookout, just like FC Barcelona. The Catalan team is also looking for a new coach with a view to making up for the departure of Xavi. Next summer heralds a real waltz of coaches to the four corners of Europe.
