Xabi Alonso used a famous Jurgen Klopp quote during his interview with Chelsea amid links to Liverpool
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Alonso has not been turned off by the circus that has surrounded BlueCo’s reign at Stamford Bridge, and he will now be tasked with the long-term job of dragging Chelsea back to a competitive place. Who gets your vote? 👀 Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images Xabi Alonso wants Klopp-like ‘mentality monsters’ at ChelseaThe Athletic have detailed Alonso’s journey to Stamford Bridge, and that story was never going to be told without a Liverpool mention.
The former Reds midfielder has long been viewed by many supporters as a future manager.But while FSG continue to stick by Arne Slot, Alonso has instead moved to a Premier League rival.According to the report, Alonso spoke during his Chelsea discussions about his desire to build a team of ‘mentality monsters’ at Stamford Bridge, borrowing the famous phrase Klopp used during Liverpool’s greatest years.That line will not go unnoticed on Merseyside.Klopp’s Liverpool were built on intensity and unwavering belief. That is the culture Alonso now wants to create in west London.Photo by Maciej Rogowski/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty ImagesThe report reiterates that Liverpool sources insist Alonso’s candidacy for the Anfield job has ‘always been overstated’.
He was not offered the role two years ago — the data-led search eventually led them to Slot and Ruben Amorim, with Slot the clear first choice.There is also still belief at Liverpool that Slot’s Premier League title win has been underplayed, even after this season’s struggles.But Alonso is going to Chelsea with a young squad, greater day-to-day influence and a Klopp-style vision. If he really does manage to change the culture at Stamford Bridge, Liverpool may find this one difficult to watch.READ MORE: Jurgen Klopp’s final Anfield message hits differently two years later as Liverpool lose their wayJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox