Liverpool news: Steven Gerrard favourite for job as 'outstanding' Arne Slot replacement named
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Liverpool have been told that Xabi Alonso is not the man to replace Arne Slot should they decide to part ways with the DutchmanAs Liverpool's season winds down, the direction the club want to go in will become more clear. The Reds rose to fourth in the Premier League table following their 3-1 win over Crystal Palace last Saturday.Champions League football is now almost assured for next season, which will be enough for Arne Slot to keep hold of his job.
Nevertheless, the Dutchman has come intense pressure throughout the campaign with his side a shadow of last year's title-winning team.Steven Gerrard has maintained his support for Slot throughout the campaign. He could find himself back in the dugout following a recent managerial departure, while a former Reds team-mate has been speaking about who could replace the Dutchman in the summer.Here, Mirror Football delves into the latest stories coming out of Anfield.Steven Gerrard favouriteLiverpool legend Steven Gerrard has been out of management since leaving Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq last year but has since emerged as the bookies favourite to become the new Burnley boss.The announcement of Scott Parker leaving the recently-relegated side by mutual agreement was made on Thursday with the Clarets destined for Championship football next season after a 1-0 loss to Manchester City last week.READ MORE: Steven Gerrard names fourth Liverpool transfer disappointment during Arsenal coverageREAD MORE: Scott Parker leaves Burnley with immediate effect after club's Premier League relegationFOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE!
The Chelsea icon has since earned promotion to the top-flight in his first full season in charge of the Sky Blues.Arne Slot replacement verdictWhile Arne Slot is closing in on clinching Champions League qualification for next season, it hasn't stopped speculation over his future from continuing. A part of me does feel like Arne Slot deserves the chance to redeem himself after his brilliant first season.