6 managers who may change Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool as legendary boss quits
Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he’ll go away Liverpool on the finish of the season.
Klopp was the primary boss on Merseyside to ship a Premier League trophy to Anfield – and he’ll attempt to double up earlier than he walks off into the sundown. However, Liverpool followers can be hoping the great instances will proceed to roll, even with out their German chief.
And Daily Star Sport takes a have a look at six managers who may change Klopp within the Liverpool dugout – from ex-Reds stars to younger managers making waves within the recreation throughout Europe.
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Xabi Alonso
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Even earlier than Klopp introduced he was leaving Anfield, former Reds midfielder Xabi Alonso had been earmarked as a possible substitute. Alonso spent 5 years at Liverpool, leaving in 2009 when Real Madrid got here calling.
In latest instances, Alonso has been turning heads as Bayer Leverkusen supervisor. The high-flying aspect are presently high of the Bundesliga. Even a Harry Kane impressed Bayern Munich have not been capable of contact Alonso’s aspect to date this marketing campaign.
Would Alonso wish to go away Leverkusen if he gained the league? Maybe not. However, Alonso has already been made the bookies favorite for the position.
Daily Star Sport likeliness ranking: 8/10
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Julian Nagelsmann
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Julian Nagelsmann is presently on the helm of the German nationwide workforce, however the DFB might need set their eyes on a sure different German boss who has simply come out there on the eve of Euro 2024. If Klopp is to take over the nationwide aspect, we may see a straight swap in managers.
Nagelsmann was touted as probably the greatest younger coaches of the following technology at Hoffenheim – and he went onto obtain extra success at RB Leipzig. However, after a so-so spell at Bayern, his inventory plummeted.
The 36-year-old is now accountable for the nationwide workforce, who’re presently making ready to host Euro 2024.
Daily Star Sport likeliness ranking: 4/10
Roberto De Zerbi
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Roberto De Zerbi is but to have a crack at a high job – however his observe report at Sassuolo and Brighton is difficult to disagree with. However, with the opening at Liverpool, this could possibly be De Zerbi’s likelihood.
The Italian has did not hit the highs of final season with the Seagulls. And it could possibly be the proper time to depart the south coast in the summertime – having taken Brighton so far as they’ll go within the Prem.
De Zerbi additionally boasts a method of play similar to Klopp, and it may assist a easy transitions between coaches.
Daily Star Sport likeliness ranking: 7/10
Graham Potter
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Graham Potter has been out of a job since his ill-fated Chelsea reign got here to a detailed final season. The Englishman has been searching for a return to the sport, and he was linked to the Swedish job.
Potter reworked the fortunes of Brighton and he took Ostersunds from the Swedish fourth division to the Europa League – the place they beat Arsenal. Potter has every part a supervisor must succeed on the job, and given the backing at Liverpool he could possibly be that man.
Potter won’t be the preferred possibility, however he is man the Reds can construct round for the following decade.
Daily Star Sport likeliness ranking: 6/10
Jose Mourinho
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Another man who’s searching for a job is Jose Mourinho.
The Special One was sacked by Roma earlier this month, the place he was swiftly changed by Daniele De Rossi. Mourinho has a confirmed observe report within the Premier League, profitable the league with Chelsea, in addition to managing Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.
Spurs stays the one membership Mourinho has did not win silverware at – and he brings virtually assured success.
Daily Star Sport likeliness ranking: 2/10
Steven Gerrard
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He is aware of the membership – it is an previous assertion that hasn’t all the time labored out, take Frank Lampard at Chelsea, however Steven Gerrard would show to be a well-liked alternative.
Gerrard’s managerial profession hasn’t been something to jot down house about: he is struggled at Aston Villa and once more in Saudi Arabia. However, Gerrard’s main blot in his copybook is his lack of a Premier League title.
And he has the final word likelihood to right that as Liverpool boss.
Daily Star Sport likeliness ranking: 7/10
