Liverpool discovers the release clause of Xabi Alonso as Jurgen Klopp gets ready to depart.
Liverpool firmly supports Jurgen Klopp, but with the dedicated German coach having spent eight years tirelessly working on Merseyside, the club is undoubtedly aware that they may eventually need to identify a successor.
Liverpool firmly supports Jurgen Klopp, but with the dedicated German coach having spent eight years tirelessly working on Merseyside, the club is undoubtedly aware that they may eventually need to identify a successor.
Currently, few options would generate more enthusiasm at Anfield than Xabi Alonso. A beloved figure for the Kop during his playing career, Alonso has seamlessly transitioned his calm composure and managerial acumen into coaching.
His initial significant role with Bayer Leverkusen has been highly successful, transforming die Werkself from second-bottom to the top of the Bundesliga within a year.
Xabi Alonso ball = Leverkusen playing quickly, even when the ball goes out.
Just counted up 29 balls lined up round the perimeter of the pitch. Some of them below. That seems…a lot!? pic.twitter.com/766aC8yVXa
— Archie Rhind-Tutt (@archiert1) November 12, 2023
The predators are already circling, especially with Carlo Ancelotti’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, positioning Alonso as the current top candidate.
However, Sporting Director Simon Rolfes insists Alonso is dedicated to his current role, emphasizing that the former Real Sociedad star is not one to make hasty decisions.
Should Liverpool require a manager, and Alonso is with Leverkusen, SDZ (via Football Espana) notes a release clause ranging between £13 million and £16 million.
Despite Rolfes’ assertions, the existence of this clause indicates Leverkusen’s acknowledgment of Alonso’s impressive qualities and the anticipated high demand for him. In any case, Liverpool would prefer Alonso’s arrival, albeit at a later time.
