Explained: why Liverpool gave up on Xabi Alonso as Klopp replacement (reliability: 5 stars)

Xabi Alonso is unlikely to be considered for Jurgen Klopp's successor at Liverpool due to the belief that the Spaniard won't be available this summer.

According to the Times, the latest development strengthens the positions of candidates like Ruben Amorim of Sporting and Roberto De Zerbi of Brighton.

Liverpool's investigations suggest that Alonso intends to remain at Bayer Leverkusen for at least another season to continue their remarkable progress.

The 42-year-old impact since joining Bayer Leverkusen in 2022 further solidified Liverpool's understanding of his commitment to the German club.

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