Renowned sports commentator Richard Keys has made a bold claim that former Liverpool player Xabi Alonso is set to take over from Jurgen Klopp as the next manager of the Premier League club. Klopp, who announced his departure earlier this year, will be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season.

Alonso, who currently manages Bayer Leverkusen, has reportedly agreed to a deal to succeed Klopp at Anfield in the summer. Keys, in his blog, expressed confidence in the decision, despite potential risks involved in such high-profile appointments.

In his blog post, Keys stated, “My critics said ‘No. what’s he done? It’s too soon’. Really? Well 3 months on it’s not too soon for Liverpool to have got him to agree to become their next manager. As I always say when I share news like this – these big deals can always go wrong.”

While the news of Alonso’s potential appointment may excite Liverpool fans, it is important to note that such deals are not always guaranteed. However, Keys’ information suggests that Alonso has made up his mind to join the ranks at Anfield.

As the football world eagerly awaits confirmation of this development, the prospect of Alonso returning to Liverpool in a managerial role adds an intriguing twist to the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting story.