Liverpool manager target 'fascinated' by Bayern Munich offer as Xabi Alonso stance revealed
Liverpool could find themselves at the centre of a managerial merry-go-round as they hunt for Jurgen Klopp’s successor.
The Reds will be searching for a new manager for the first time in close to a decade when Klopp steps down at the end of the season. He could leave the squad in a strong position for success with Liverpool chasing a possible treble, including Premier League glory.
New sporting director Richard Hughes will consider several coaches for the role but some names have already been heavily touted with the Liverpool vacancy. One of those is ex-Red and Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso, as well as Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi.
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However, it has been claimed that Liverpool could be competing with Bayern Munich for either man’s signature as the German giants look for Thomas Tuchel’s replacement. A report from Spanish outlet Relevo has reported that De Zerbi is one of the possible candidates for the Bayern job.
The Brighton boss is said to have a €14m release clause, previously reported as £8.5m, and his side received plenty of plaudits last season. The Seagulls have struggled to juggle their Europa League commitments but the Italian coach is still said to be on Bayern’s ‘list’ of options, alongside Alonso.
Relevo states that there have been ‘direct contacts’ between De Zerbi and the German club ahead of a possible move, with the 44-year-old described as being ‘flattered and fascinated’ by Bayern’s interest. However, the former Sassuolo manager is said to be keeping his options open, amid reported interest from
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