Xabi Alonso, currently managing Bayer Leverkusen, has been at the center of intense speculation linking him to the managerial position at Liverpool, following Jurgen Klopp’s recent announcement about departing from the club.
Despite being considered a strong candidate and a favorite among fans due to his history with Liverpool, Alonso has unequivocally expressed his current commitment and satisfaction with his role at Bayer Leverkusen.
Addressing the speculation in a recent press conference, Alonso made it clear that his focus is solely on Bayer Leverkusen. He stated, as reported by Fabrizio on X, “Speculation is normal; my focus is here on Bayer Leverkusen. I am very happy at Leverkusen with my players at the moment.” This statement underscores his dedication to his current position, despite the swirling rumors of a potential move to Liverpool.
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Alonso also conveyed his surprise and admiration for Jurgen Klopp’s work at Liverpool, acknowledging the significant impact Klopp has had on the club. He expressed, “[It was a] big surprise in Liverpool, of course – for what Jürgen did in Liverpool, I have great respect and admiration.”
Leverkusen, under Alonso’s leadership, has delivered exceptional results this season. In the Bundesliga, they boast a remarkable record of 15 wins, 3 draws, and no defeats in the first 18 games, scoring 50 goals and conceding only 14. In the Europa League, they maintained a perfect record with 6 wins out of 6 games, scoring 19 goals and conceding just 3. Additionally, they achieved success in the DFB-Pokal, winning all 3 matches they played.