Bayer Leverkusen’s manager, Xabi Alonso, has made a surprising decision to stay put at the German club, despite being linked with a move to Premier League giants Liverpool. According to Mail Sport, Alonso will also reject an offer from Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich, opting to remain with Leverkusen for at least another year.
The news comes as a blow to Liverpool, who were reportedly eyeing Alonso as a potential replacement for Jurgen Klopp, who is set to depart the club this summer. However, it seems that the Reds have been given no indication that the former midfielder is interested in leaving his current post.
With Alonso out of the running, Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim has emerged as a top contender for the Liverpool job, alongside Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi. The 39-year-old Amorim is expected to undergo an interview process for the position, with reports suggesting that he has performed well in internal assessments.
Alonso’s decision to stay at Leverkusen adds an intriguing twist to the managerial merry-go-round in European football, with fans eagerly awaiting the final outcome of Liverpool’s search for Klopp’s successor. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.