Liverpool has finalized its decision regarding the possibility of bringing in Xabi Alonso as manager to replace Arne Slot.
On 21 April 2026 GMT+7, Sky Sports, a leading sports media outlet, reported the latest decision by Liverpool concerning the team's manager position for the upcoming English Premier League season and their chances of success.
Arne Slot has been under scrutiny due to doubts about whether he will complete the remaining one year of his contract, following Liverpool's disappointing performance this season. The club has been eliminated from all major competitions, including the Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup, and UEFA Champions League, raising questions about his tactics, in-game adjustments, and people management skills.
Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso, a former Liverpool fan-favorite midfielder who is currently unemployed after parting ways with Spanish La Liga giant Real Madrid, has been the top candidate for the Reds' new manager position to replace Arne Slot.
However, Sky Sports recently reported that Arne Slot is expected to remain Liverpool's manager at Anfield next season, as the club is close to securing a spot in the UEFA Champions League.
Any doubts about the future of the Dutch manager seem to be fading quickly, as the gap between Liverpool in fifth place and Chelsea in sixth has widened to 7 points.
David Ornstein, a trusted journalist from The Athletic, also commented on Xabi Alonso and Liverpool, stating, "I do not know if Alonso is part of Liverpool's plans."
"Many may not like to hear this, and if I am wrong, you can laugh at me. However, I can only relay the information I have received and confirm that, at that time, Liverpool intended for Slot to continue."
"Of course, if circumstances change, we may have to discuss other possibilities. Even if a change occurs (Slot's contract runs through 2027 and there appear to be no ongoing extension talks), I have no information indicating that Alonso will replace him."