Liverpool Fans Hold Out Hope for Xabi Alonso as Chelsea Pursues Him

Liverpool fans have been vocal about their desire for Xabi Alonso to take over as head coach next season. Recent reports suggest that the 44-year-old could be lured to Chelsea, who are on the hunt for a permanent replacement for Liam Rosenior.

Alonso has been a popular name among Liverpool supporters, especially as pressure mounts on current manager Arne Slot. Despite the clamor for change, sources indicate that Fenway Sports Group (FSG) is inclined to stick with Slot for now.

However, a report from The i Paper adds an interesting twist. It claims that Alonso's move to Chelsea isn't a done deal just yet. While Chelsea has been in contact with Alonso's representatives for weeks, the job is still open for him if he wants it. The club is eager to have him in place before the World Cup kicks off in a month.

Alonso, who has been out of management since his dismissal from Real Madrid in January, is reportedly keen to return to the touchline. Yet, sources suggest he might have held off on accepting the Chelsea job because he still has Liverpool on his mind.

If Alonso believes there's a chance for the Liverpool job to open up, he may choose to wait it out. This could give Chelsea's hierarchy pause for thought, especially if their urgency clashes with Alonso's patience.

For now, it seems unlikely that Liverpool will make a managerial change, particularly if they can secure Champions League qualification. But the situation remains fluid, and Alonso's future could shift in unexpected ways. Worth watching how this develops.