Xabi Alonso doesn't want these players at Liverpool

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Xabi Alonso finds himself back in the spotlight just weeks after his abrupt departure from Real Madrid. The Basque coach, far from taking an extended break, is strongly tipped to become the new manager of Liverpool in the short term.

At Anfield, Arne Slot's tenure seems to be coming to an end. The lack of results, a team without a clear direction, and an increasingly disconnected dressing room have accelerated events. Xabi Alonso's name generates the most consensus to lead a profound change.

The change on the Anfield bench is already brewing

Although not yet official, in England, it is practically taken for granted that Xabi Alonso will be in charge of Liverpool. The board values his growth as a coach, his knowledge of the club, and his ability to lead demanding projects with a clear footballing idea.

Arne Slot's exhaustion is total. The Dutchman has failed to connect with the squad or sustain a competitive model, something unforgivable in a club used to fighting for everything. Faced with this situation, Liverpool is already working with an eye on the immediate future, and that future revolves around the Basque coach.

What is most striking is that, despite not having signed yet, Xabi Alonso has already begun planning for the next season, conveying a clear message to the club: a profound squad renewal is necessary to compete at the highest level again.

Xabi Alonso's discards: weighty decisions

The first major decision concerns Ibrahima Konaté. The French center-back's contract is expiring, and although discussions are ongoing for a renewal, Xabi Alonso does not consider his continuity a priority. The coach believes his performance has declined and does not fit as a key piece in the system he aims to implement. With several clubs monitoring the defender, Liverpool will not push for a renewal that the future coach does not deem necessary.

Even more surprising is the stance on Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian is a club legend, but his performance is no longer what it used to be, and his image has been surrounded by controversy this season due to his relationship with the current coach. Xabi Alonso believes his cycle has ended and that Liverpool must move forward, even if it means parting ways with one of its recent great icons.

The third decision is purely personal. Alexis Mac Allister is not in the plans of the Basque coach. Despite his high level and importance in midfield, the Argentine is not to Xabi Alonso's footballing liking, who prefers a different profile to lead the center of the pitch. Aware of his high market value, the coach sees his sale as a perfect opportunity to finance a signing that better fits his vision.

A new Liverpool from the ground up

The decisions conveyed by Xabi Alonso reflect a clear intention: to build a new Liverpool, free from emotional ties or untouchable names. The coach understands that the club needs a change of direction and that involves parting ways with important players if they do not fit into the project.

At Anfield, they accept that the change will be painful but necessary. The potential departure of players like Salah or Mac Allister would have a huge impact but would also pave the way for an ambitious reconstruction, with signings specifically tailored to the new coach's model.

Xabi Alonso, even before taking the helm, is already making his mark. His message is clear: the Liverpool of the future will not dwell on the past. If his arrival is ultimately confirmed, Anfield will witness one of the deepest revolutions in recent years.

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