Jamie Carragher says ‘so respected’ Xabi Alonso front-runner for Liverpool job
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Jamie Carragher says ‘so respected’ Xabi Alonso front-runner for Liverpool job

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While Carragher hopes the German can “go out with a bang”, attention inevitably turns to who will be his successor and Alonso and Brighton’s Roberto de Zerbi are the early contenders. “We are losing one of the greatest managers in world football, one of the greatest managers Liverpool have ever had and it is a sad day, no doubt,” Carragher told Sky Sports. It’s huge news.” Klopp’s Manchester United counterpart Erik ten Hag hailed the “amazing job” the German had done on Merseyside. And when asked about Klopp, Hayes told a press conference: “What an amazing job that man has done, he really has been a fantastic servant to Liverpool Football Club, and I’m sure everybody can respect the reasons for his decision.

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What happened with Liverpool and Xabi Alonso – and where does the club look now?
8 months, 3 weeks ago

What happened with Liverpool and Xabi Alonso – and where does the club look now?

New York Times  

When Liverpool’s new sporting director Richard Hughes received a phone call from the agent Inaki Ibanez this week, it only served to confirm what he had long since expected: Xabi Alonso would be staying at Bayer Leverkusen this summer. When Liverpool initially made contact with Alonso’s camp shortly after Klopp’s announcement on January 26 that he intended to step down …

Liverpool’s alternatives to Xabi Alonso in search for next manager
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Liverpool’s alternatives to Xabi Alonso in search for next manager

The Independent  

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Xabi Alonso confirms he WON'T take Liverpool or Bayern Munich jobs - and reveals reasoning for turning down chance to succeed Jurgen Klopp - as he announces he's staying at Bayer Leverkusen
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso confirms he WON'T take Liverpool or Bayern Munich jobs - and reveals reasoning for turning down chance to succeed Jurgen Klopp - as he announces he's staying at Bayer Leverkusen

Daily Mail  

Xabi Alonso revealed on Friday he had ruled himself out of contention to be the next Liverpool boss because he has unfinished business at Bayer Leverkusen. Xabi Alonso has confirmed he will stay at Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen beyond this season rather than replace Jurgen Klopp or Thomas Tuchel Liverpool were interested in Alonso as they look to replace Jurgen …

Liverpool omit Xabi Alonso from managerial shortlist to replace Jurgen Klopp
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Liverpool omit Xabi Alonso from managerial shortlist to replace Jurgen Klopp

The Independent  

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Xabi Alonso almost certain not to be next Liverpool manager
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso almost certain not to be next Liverpool manager

The Telegraph  

Alonso was under strong consideration alongside others, and would naturally have had a strong claim for the job if he felt the time was right to move to England. Bayern: ‘It will be difficult to sign Alonso’ Liverpool are not the only club anticipating that Alonso will stay at Leverkusen. There are also suggestions that Real Madrid, another of Alonso’s …

If not Xabi Alonso then who? Analysing Liverpool’s Plan B managerial options
9 months, 3 weeks ago

If not Xabi Alonso then who? Analysing Liverpool’s Plan B managerial options

New York Times  

This is an updated version of an article first published on March 4. Richard Hughes, Liverpool’s new sporting director, is the man tasked with leading the search for Jurgen Klopp’s successor, with Michael Edwards having been installed as club owners Fenway Sport Group’s football CEO. Liverpool’s low “Patient attack” rating highlights the fast, transitional style Klopp’s side have played with …

Rafa Benitez hails Xabi Alonso’s managerial qualities but urges caution over Liverpool job
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafa Benitez hails Xabi Alonso’s managerial qualities but urges caution over Liverpool job

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rafa Benitez has hailed Xabi Alonso’s tactical acumen, …

Liverpool 'make contact with Xabi Alonso's agent' as they step up their pursuit of the Bayer Leverkusen manager ahead of Jurgen Klopp's summer exit
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Liverpool 'make contact with Xabi Alonso's agent' as they step up their pursuit of the Bayer Leverkusen manager ahead of Jurgen Klopp's summer exit

Daily Mail  

Liverpool have reportedly made contact with Xabi Alonso's agent as they step up their efforts to bring the Bayer Leverkusen manager to Anfield. Liverpool have reportedly contacted Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso's agent The Reds are preparing to replace Jurgen Klopp when he leaves the club this summer Your browser does not support iframes. Another key position at the Premier …

Who is the perfect replacement for Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool backed by numbers?
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Who is the perfect replacement for Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool backed by numbers?

Hindustan Times  

Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool at the end of the season and discussions have begun as to who will be his successor. Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp gestures on the touchline. Liverpool sympathisers are sad and upset that the ongoing season is going to be the German's last at Anfield and a great many of them believe he is irreplaceable. …

Liverpool identify alternative to Xabi Alonso in search for next manager
10 months ago

Liverpool identify alternative to Xabi Alonso in search for next manager

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso and Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben …

‘Absolutely exceptional’: Jurgen Klopp backs Xabi Alonso as top choice in next generation of managers
10 months, 1 week ago

‘Absolutely exceptional’: Jurgen Klopp backs Xabi Alonso as top choice in next generation of managers

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Leverkusen’s 3-0 win over Bayern Munich put them five points clear at …

Klopp endorses Alonso as a new generation ‘standout’ coach
10 months, 1 week ago

Klopp endorses Alonso as a new generation ‘standout’ coach

The Hindu  

Xabi Alonso is an incredible talent from the new generation of managers, given his impressive run at Bayer Leverkusen, soon to depart Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said. The 42-year-old coach secured a spot in the German Cup semifinals and notably defeated serial champions Bayern Munich 3-0 last weekend. “If you would have asked me eight weeks ago about Xabi Alonso, …

Football rumours: Bayern Munich could join Liverpool in pursuit of Xabi Alonso
10 months, 1 week ago

Football rumours: Bayern Munich could join Liverpool in pursuit of Xabi Alonso

The Independent  

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Why Xabi Alonso is the ‘outstanding candidate’ to replace Klopp at Liverpool
10 months, 1 week ago

Why Xabi Alonso is the ‘outstanding candidate’ to replace Klopp at Liverpool

New York Times  

It has been just under three weeks since Jurgen Klopp shocked Liverpool and the wider football world with his announcement that he would leave Anfield at the end of the season. The Liverpool job might not come around again soon, whereas there’s every chance the Real Madrid manager or Bayern manager will be sacked within six months. If you look …

Jamie Carragher insists former Liverpool team-mate Xabi Alonso is the 'frontrunner' to replace Jurgen Klopp as he labels Bayer Leverkusen manager the 'brightest young thing in European football'
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jamie Carragher insists former Liverpool team-mate Xabi Alonso is the 'frontrunner' to replace Jurgen Klopp as he labels Bayer Leverkusen manager the 'brightest young thing in European football'

Daily Mail  

Jamie Carragher has tipped Xabi Alonso to take over the reins at Anfield Jurgen Klopp has announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season Jamie Carragher believes former Liverpool team-mate Xabi Alonso is the favourite to replace outgoing manager Jurgen Klopp at Anfield. Carragher gives Alonso, 42, the edge due to his five-year playing stint at Liverpool …

Could Xabi Alonso Possibly Take Over Jurgen Klopp As The Next Liverpool Manager?
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Could Xabi Alonso Possibly Take Over Jurgen Klopp As The Next Liverpool Manager?

News 18  

The news of Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp stepping down at the end of the current season left the whole footballing world in disbelief. pic.twitter.com/gddqUpEvTM— OptaJoe January 26, 2024 Well, one interesting name that seems to have caught the attention of all is none other than ex-Liverpool man and current Bayer Leverkusen manager, Xabi Alonso. Xabi Alonso on Liverpool job: “Speculation …

Jurgen Klopp hits out at his old player Jose Enrique, who blamed Liverpool's American owners for shock resignation, as he admits he's sick of press conferences - and won't help pick his successor
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Jurgen Klopp hits out at his old player Jose Enrique, who blamed Liverpool's American owners for shock resignation, as he admits he's sick of press conferences - and won't help pick his successor

Daily Mail  

The defender played under Klopp when the German boss first arrived at Anfield Jurgen Klopp fired back at Jose Enrique after the former Liverpool defender blamed the German boss' shock exit on the club's owners. Jurgen Klopp rejected claims by former defender Jose Enrique that Liverpool's owners were to blame for his shock decision to leave the club Enrique played …

Xabi Alonso speaks out on succeeding Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, leaving the door open after 'very surprising' news of manager's shock resignation
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso speaks out on succeeding Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, leaving the door open after 'very surprising' news of manager's shock resignation

Daily Mail  

Xabi Alonso has responded to being linked with a return to Liverpool to succeed Jurgen Klopp after the Reds boss announced he will be leaving the club at the end of the season. Alonso, who played for Liverpool from 2004 to 2009, has emerged as the early favourite for the job after leading Bayer Leverkusen to the top of the …

Obsessive! He's worked under Guardiola, Mourinho and Ancelotti - but what are the secrets of Xabi Alonso, Liverpool's manager in waiting? Mail Sport spends two days with him to find out what makes him
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Obsessive! He's worked under Guardiola, Mourinho and Ancelotti - but what are the secrets of Xabi Alonso, Liverpool's manager in waiting? Mail Sport spends two days with him to find out what makes him

Daily Mail  

No Salah, no problem! Jurgen Klopp rocked the football world by announcing that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season Klopp joined Liverpool in 2015 and has turned the Reds back into European and domestic champions in the following years Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is the hottest managerial property in Europe Your browser does not support …

Xabi Alonso is Europe's hottest property: He's lifted Bayer Leverkusen from the drop zone to the top and is ready to rain on Harry Kane's parade... we spent two days with him to see what the fuss is a
1 year ago

Xabi Alonso is Europe's hottest property: He's lifted Bayer Leverkusen from the drop zone to the top and is ready to rain on Harry Kane's parade... we spent two days with him to see what the fuss is a

Daily Mail  

He has still got it, that much is clear. Wednesday lunchtime, on a training pitch next to Bayer Leverkusen's stadium, and Xabi Alonso is fizzing balls around with pinpoint accuracy. Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is the hottest managerial property in Europe Alonso faces the tough task of trying to stop Harry Kane and the Bayern Munich juggernaut The Leverkusen …

Xabi Alonso: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich or Liverpool’s next manager…?
1 year, 1 month ago

Xabi Alonso: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich or Liverpool’s next manager…?

New York Times  

Bayer Leverkusen’s rise to the summit of the Bundesliga has seen Xabi Alonso become one of the most talked-about young managers in European football. In a recent edition of The Athletic Football Podcast, host Ayo Akinwolere asked The Athletic’s Raphael Honigstein and Thom Harris to explain what it is that has made Alonso so successful so quickly, and why so …

Xabi Alonso and why everyone wants Bayer Leverkusen head coach
1 year, 2 months ago

Xabi Alonso and why everyone wants Bayer Leverkusen head coach

New York Times  

From the relegation zone to being level on points with Bayern Munich at the top of the Bundesliga, Xabi Alonso has led Bayer Leverkusen on quite the ride in his 12 months as manager. Wing-back Alejandro Grimaldo has given Alonso an attacking threat down the left-hand side — after generating 12.7 expected assists last season at Benfica, a figure that …

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