Fernando Torres' Liverpool starting XI after backing to 'definitely' become new boss
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Former Liverpool striker Fernando Torres has been backed to manage the Reds in the futureFernando Torres has been tipped as a future Liverpool manager after impressing as a coach at Atletico Madrid. The 42-year-old enjoyed a prolific spell with the Reds during his playing days and has been backed to return to Anfield.Liverpool have endured a difficult second season under Arne Slot, with the reigning champions now focusing on securing a Champions League.
While the manager has come under scrutiny this term, the club are not expected to part ways with Slot, whose contract currently runs until 2027.Torres hung up his boots in 2019 and began coaching Atletico’s U19 team two years later. Torres’ former Spain team-mate Fernando Llorente believes it is only a matter of time before he gets the Liverpool job.READ MORE: Jamie Carragher drops update on Arne Slot's position at Liverpool - 'The noises I'm hearing'READ MORE: Dominik Szoboszlai provides Liverpool future update but admits no contract progress made“Fernando Torres as Liverpool manager one day?
“He's taken a different path to [Como manager] Cesc Fabregas, he has been patient and has preferred to start little by little with the youth team, gaining experience.“I think Fernando will become a great coach because he had an incredible career, knows a lot about football and has surely been preparing for the right moment to make the jump.”The 42-year-old has shown tactical flexibility by deploying various formations during his first few years as a coach, previously capturing attention for his use of a fluid 5-3-2 system. However, Torres could be tempted to switch back to his 5-3-2 formation when both strikers are fit.Liverpool XI under Torres (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Frimpong, Konate, Jacquet, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Ngumoha; Isak.Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ with Ultimate TV packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.