Jurgen Klopp has 'clear' stance on Real Madrid job amid Xabi Alonso pressure

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Ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has firmly dismissed rumours that he'll be taking over as head coach of Real Madrid, amidst ongoing speculation about Xabi Alonso's future at the helm. Alonso was also touted for the managerial vacancy at Anfield after Klopp announced his departure from Liverpool, but Real Madrid swooped in to name the ex-Spanish international as Carlo Ancelotti's successor.

Despite being hailed as one of Europe's most promising young coaches, Alonso has found the going tough in Madrid. Former Reds gaffer Klopp has been mentioned as a potential replacement in Madrid, but he's currently serving as Head of Global Soccer for the Red Bull group.

Learn more Klopp, who recently announced his return to the sidelines in 2026 as a pundit for next summer's World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States, sparked speculation in October when he didn't completely dismiss the idea of returning to Liverpool as manager one day. "So that means if it's Liverpool, yeah.