# Liverpool miss out on Alonso, new number one is Portugal's '39-year-old mastermind'
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Who will be Liverpool's new manager?

Jürgen Klopp announced his farewell to Liverpool early. 'Jürgen Klopp has informed us that he will step down as manager at the end of the season,' the club said on its website in January. The announcement was literally a surprise. In an interview with the club, Klopp cited "exhaustion of energy" as the reason for his abrupt departure after this season. Klopp's existing contract with Liverpool runs until 2026. "I don't have any problems now," Klopp said, "but I know that I can't continue, continue, continue, continue to do this job," he added. Klopp had reportedly been communicating his desire to leave the club since November of last year.

Liverpool's first choice to succeed Klopp was Xabi Alonso. During his playing career, Alonso was a highly regarded midfielder who played for Real Sociedad, Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich. He was also a standout for the Spanish national team, earning 114 caps (16 goals). After retirement, he turned to coaching. In 2019, he took charge of Real Sociedad's B team. After showing early promise, Alonso was approached by a number of clubs, and in October 2022, he took over at Leverkusen. He quickly turned around a struggling Leverkusen side and showed off his skills. He led the team to sixth place in the Bundesliga and qualified for the Europa League.

He really exploded this season. They are on the verge of winning the Bundesliga. If Leverkusen wins the title, it will be the first Bundesliga title in their history. In addition, they are also cruising in the DFB Pokal Cup and the Europa League. It's a monster run. [안전놀이터](https://www.mttotosite.com/) European big clubs were lining up for Alonso, who has shown incredible leadership skills in his short coaching career. The most active club was Liverpool. Alonso has a history of legendary performances at Liverpool.

However, Alonso ultimately chose to stay. Leverkusen announced on their official website on the 29th that Alonso would be staying. "Leverkusen is the right place for me to develop as a coach," Alonso said at a pre-match press conference ahead of the 27th round of the 2023-2024 Bundesliga season against Hoffenheim at the BayArena on Tuesday, "I have a good feeling as a young coach. My work here is not finished yet," he emphasized.

"I'm helping the players and the team. "I want to help the players and the team, especially the young players," he added, "and if I am part of that process, I am happy with that. "I have shared this with the club officials who have respected me since I decided to stay," Alonso said, emphasizing that "everything is clear now, and we have two months left to fight for the title with a full tank of gas." According to local media, Alonso informed the players of his decision to stay ahead of the press conference.

Alonso's decision to stay put has also put Liverpool's feet to the fire. According to The Athletic, Liverpool's current number one target is Sporting's Ruben Amorim. The 39-year-old Amorim made waves in 2021 when he led Sporting to their first title in 19 years. With his attacking style, Amorim is considered the next great manager. This season, he continues to lead Sporting to the top of the league.

Brighton manager Roberto De Zervi and Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann are also on the list. Brighton are a bit slower than last season, but that hasn't changed our opinion of De Zerbi. Nagelsmann, who failed at Bayern Munich, is enjoying a resurgence in Germany. Paulo Fonseca of Lille and Thomas Frank of Brentford are also being talked about.