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Who is in the running to be Liverpool's next manager?

 

Liverpool continue their search for a replacement for Jurgen Klopp, as the club's long-time manager prepares to leave Anfield in the summer. 

Following a successful tenure with the Reds, determining the best succession plan will be critical to the club's aspirations of a smooth transition away from the Klopp era.

But what's the latest on Liverpool's managerial search? Who is in the frame? We take a peek.

Xabi Alonso 

Xabi Alonso was named as the early candidate to succeed Klopp, with the former Liverpool midfielder having excelled at Bayer Leverkusen. After inheriting a difficult team last season, the Spaniard guided Leverkusen out from the relegation zone and into European competition.

Alonso has carried that momentum into a spectacular season at the BayArena in 2023/24. Leverkusen have been crowned Bundesliga champions for the first time in their 120-year existence, winning the title with five games remaining to end Bayern Munich's 11-year reign.

Die Werkself have gone 45 games unbeaten in all competitions this season, which is incredible. With a DFB-Pokal final and Europa League semi-final on the horizon, Alonso's excellent team is aiming for a treble.

However, the 42-year-old will neither be Liverpool's or Bayern Munich's next manager after turning down offers from his former teams to continue working with Leverkusen next season.

Ruben Amorim 

Ruben Amorim was quickly linked to Liverpool on the announcement of Alonso's re-commitment to Leverkusen, having garnered admirers across Europe for his efforts at Sporting Lisbon. Amorim guided the Portuguese side to their first league title in 19 years in 2020/21, as part of a domestic double, justifying his appointment as the third-most expensive manager in history after joining from divisional rivals Braga.

Sporting's fierce style of football and flexible structure have piqued the interest of fans, with the club presently leading Portugal's first division and on track for another title, with a seven-point lead over rivals Benfica.

However, interest in Amorim looks to be waning of late. The 39-year-old met with West Ham about replacing David Moyes, but he is unlikely to move to the London Stadium.

Arne Slot 

Arne Slot has emerged as a new favourite to become Liverpool's next manager, having held 'very promising' early discussions with the club. Slot has won the Eredivisie Manager of the Season award in successive seasons, leading Feyenoord to the title last season and cup success in 2023/24.

 Slot has previously been courted by Leeds, Tottenham, and Chelsea, and his attitude is thought to be well-liked by Liverpool officials. Feyenoord leads the Eredivisie in tackles won in the opposition's final third, and his preference for a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 may provide a simpler transition, as the aforementioned Amorim preferred a three-man backline at Sporting Lisbon.

The 45-year-old's contract at De Kuip does not include a release clause, so Liverpool would have to agree on a compensation deal with Feyenoord to retain his services.

Gary O’Neil 

Gary O'Neil has emerged as a surprise contender following a strong debut season in command of Wolves. Surprisingly fired by Bournemouth despite bringing the Cherries to safety last season, O'Neil took over Wolves following Julen Lopetegui's exit on the eve of the Premier League season.

 Despite being predicted to be in the relegation zone this season, O'Neil has kept Wolves out of trouble and in contention for a top-half finish. He has gotten the most out of underperforming players like Matheus Cunha and Hwang Hee-Chan, while also dealing excellently with an inherited group that was decimated by the departures of Ruben Neves, Matheus Nunes, and Nathan Collins last summer.

O'Neill is well-known in Liverpool, having started his coaching career at the club's academy. He took over as assistant manager of the Liverpool U-21 squad from Barry Lewtas at the start of the 2020/21 season and is a former teammate of Bournemouth manager Richard Hughes, who will become Liverpool's sporting director in July.

Roberto De Zerbi 

Roberto De Zerbi's revolution at Brighton has put the Italian on the radar of elite clubs. The 44-year-old led the Seagulls to a top-six finish and European qualification for the first time last season, and will lead the club into the Europa League knockout rounds in 2023/24.

 Brighton haven't been as brilliant in his second season, but they do rank third in the Premier League for average possession, second for pass accuracy, and sixth for shots per game.

Given the ongoing pattern of trading top talent and discovering fresh stars, De Zerbi may believe he has moved Brighton as far as he can this summer. It will be interesting to see how his brilliant tactical concept adjusts to a team with more resources. 
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