Report: FSG were keen to hire Xabi Alonso, but that changed after ‘profound impression’ was made
FSG initially considered hiring Xabi Alonso as Liverpool's head coach after Jurgen Klopp's departure in 2024. However, Alonso's decision to turn down the opportunity and his subsequent brief tenure at Real Madrid has influenced FSG's current stance. As of now, FSG has made no plans to replace Arne Slot at Chelsea.
- ▪FSG had reportedly considered appointing Xabi Alonso for Liverpool after Jurgen Klopp left in 2024.
- ▪Alonso opted to remain with Bayer Leverkusen before moving to Real Madrid in 2025.
- ▪FSG's impression of Alonso's decisions has led them to make no plans to replace Arne Slot this summer.
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