Former executive confirms that Xabi Alonso will replace Arne Slot this summer | OneFootball

Xabi Alonso next in line to Liverpool throne

Slot is understandably under a lot of pressure at Anfield, and there has been plenty of speculation over who could replace him.

Of the several names linked, Xabi Alonso is the man who has the most people talking and rumours of a Merseyside return are rife.

Everton’s former chief executive Kieth Wyness has offered some insight into Alonso’s situation, telling Football Insider: “From my point of view and my contacts in Spain are saying that, yes, [Xabi Alonso] would be the one in waiting to come back.”

This update won’t come as a shock to the many supporters who already believe that Alonso should be Liverpool’s head coach heading into next season.

The Spaniard has been linked with the job ever since Jurgen Klopp announced his departure in 2024 and Slot’s dismissal would open the door for the former Red to return to Anfield, this time in the dugout.

The complexity of the situation behind the scenes at Liverpool complicates matters too as Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards are both about to enter the final year of their deals.

Slot’s future hasn’t been decided yet and the Dutchman could still turn things around at Anfield, but it feels increasingly likely that Xabi Alonso will be the man to replace him if a change is made.