Xabi Alonso’s Next Job & Mo Salah to Stay at Liverpool – Latest LFC News

Published: January 2026 | This Is Anfield

Liverpool FC fans have received reassuring updates on two major storylines: the future of club legend Mohamed Salah and speculation surrounding Xabi Alonso's potential next managerial role.

Mohamed Salah Committed to Liverpool Until 2027

Despite a high-profile bust-up with manager Arne Slot earlier this season, Liverpool plan to retain Mohamed Salah until the end of his contract in June 2027. According to reports from The Athletic, the club expects the 33-year-old Egyptian star to finish the 2025/26 campaign at Anfield, hoping tensions cool after his outspoken interview where he claimed no relationship with Slot.[1][2][3][4]

Salah, recently reintegrated into the squad before departing for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has faced a dip in form this season. In 19 Premier League and Champions League games, he has managed just 5 goals and 4 assists—a stark contrast to his 18 goals and 11 assists by January in the previous campaign. His absence at AFCON, including an upcoming semi-final against Sadio Mané's Senegal, provides breathing room amid the controversy.[1][2]

Reliable journalist David Ornstein notes that while Salah is set to stay through summer 2026 (with one year left on his deal), discussions for an early exit could arise if issues persist. Liverpool, as Premier League champions, value his elite presence but may cash in if they believe he's peaked, avoiding a free transfer in 2027. Potential destinations like the MLS have been rumored for 2026.[2][5]

Xabi Alonso Eyes Real Madrid Exit?

In exciting news for Liverpool supporters, reports suggest Xabi Alonso could be poised to leave Real Madrid. The former Anfield midfielder, now thriving in Spain, is linked with a sensational return to Merseyside as Arne Slot's long-term successor. Sources indicate Alonso's dissatisfaction at the Bernabéu, amid Real's inconsistent form, might prompt an early departure—fueling dreams of him leading LFC into a new era.[1]

Alonso's tactical acumen and Liverpool affinity make him the dream appointment, especially with Slot's project still bedding in. No official confirmation yet, but this development has ignited fan excitement online.

These updates signal stability for Salah short-term and tantalizing possibilities for Liverpool's future under Alonso. Reds worldwide will watch AFCON closely as Salah aims to reignite his form.[2]

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