Xabi Alonso Could Break Liverpool Hearts and Snub Reds Again for Brutal Move

Xabi Alonso's sudden departure from Real Madrid after just 233 days has ignited speculation about his next move, with Liverpool fans dreaming of a return—only for reports to suggest he might snub Anfield once more. Sacked following a 3-2 Supercopa de España final loss to Barcelona, Real Madrid announced a "mutual agreement" to part ways, promptly appointing reserve team manager Álvaro Arbeloa as interim boss[1][2].

Jürgen Klopp, now head of global soccer at Red Bull and out of management since leaving Liverpool in 2024, dismissed any involvement in Alonso's exit, laughing off rumors of calls from Madrid. "It has nothing to do with me," Klopp insisted, praising Alonso as a "very talented coach" whose brief tenure highlights the immense pressures at Real Madrid, where coaches get little time amid sky-high demands[1]. Klopp expressed sympathy, predicting Alonso's future success, but doubted an immediate jump to another club like Liverpool, noting the coaching market will "reshuffle" in summer.

Alonso, a Liverpool legend with 210 appearances, has been installed at evens (1/1 odds by talkSPORT Bet) to replace Arne Slot at Anfield, especially as the Reds sit fourth in the Premier League, 14 points behind leaders Arsenal and unbeaten in 11 but facing scrutiny[2]. Yet, despite Slot's position stabilizing recently, Alonso's availability keeps him linked. Pundits question Real's hasty decision, arguing it ignores deeper squad issues rather than Alonso's imperfections[1].

Adding intrigue, Liverpool are holding firm in the January transfer window, with no major moves expected despite Ibrahima Konaté's contract nearing expiry—allowing pre-contract talks with foreign clubs—as per David Ornstein[2]. Fans hope for Alonso's return, but whispers of a "brutal move" elsewhere, perhaps Manchester United, threaten to shatter Anfield dreams again, echoing his past rejection of the job.

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