Xabi Alonso to Liverpool latest as manager 'makes decision' between Reds and Bayern
Xabi Alonso continues to be heavily linked with the Liverpool job, as Jurgen Klopp prepares to leave Anfield at the end of the season.
The 42-year-old has been enjoying a brilliant campaign in Germany, leading Bayer Leverkusen to the top of the Bundesliga – and, incredibly, they remain unbeaten after 26 games, enjoying a 10-point lead over Bayern Munich.
While the likes of Roberto De Zerbi and Ruben Amorim have been name-checked concerning the managerial vacancy on Merseyside, Alonso has emerged as a strong favourite for the job. But, there's no guarantee that the Spaniard jumps ship in the summer with his contract keeping him at the BayArena until 2026.
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Even if Alonso ends his time at Leverkusen, the Reds reportedly face tough competition from top European sides for his signature. So, with that being said, the Liverpool ECHO has rounded-up everything you need to know about his future and a potential move.
Alonso 'makes decision' on Bayern and Liverpool
Xabi Alonso is said to be more 'likely' to join Bayern Munich than Liverpool this summer, it has been suggested.
Sky Germany have claimed the German giants are "optimistic" and "confident" of luring the Spaniard to the Allianz Arena as they seek a long-term successor for Thomas Tuchel.
They add Alonso would 'likely' move to Bayern over Liverpool if presented the opportunity between two of his former clubs. Negotiations are yet to take place between the reigning Bundesliga champions and the Bayer Leverkusen boss at this stage.
Bayer Leverkusen claim
Simon Rolfes, the Bayer
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