Liverpool could be edging closer to a major managerial decision, with reports suggesting Xabi Alonso is preparing to return to management as uncertainty grows around Arne Slot’s future.
Pressure has been building on Slot in recent weeks, with Liverpool’s hierarchy understood to be reviewing the club’s direction following a difficult run of results. Sources indicate that Fenway Sports Group would not hesitate to act if they believe a managerial change is required.
According to TEAMtalk, their sources close to Xabi Alonso reveal that the Spaniard feels ready to step back into the managerial game after leaving Real Madrid prematurely earlier this season.
The former Liverpool midfielder is widely viewed as a strong candidate should the club decide to part ways with Slot.
Xabi Alonso’s name was sung by the Liverpool fans as they left the stadium.
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— Anfield Edition | æ (@AnfieldEdition) April 4, 2026
The 2010 World Cup winner has been out of work since leaving Real Madrid earlier this year, but is believed to be preparing for a return to the dugout this summer.
Alonso’s camp has emphasised his managerial credentials, including a win rate of more than 70% during his time in Madrid, strengthening his reputation as one of Europe’s rising coaches.
Liverpool have long admired Alonso, and his ties to the club – both as a former player and as a manager – continue to make him a popular figure among supporters and a realistic option internally.
Some reports have even suggested that a return to Anfield is now viewed as a genuine possibility if the club decides to make a change.
Arne Slot under increasing scrutiny at Anfield
Slot’s position has come under growing pressure after a worrying stretch of performances, with the club’s leadership now assessing whether current results meet expectations.
Liverpool’s last six results in all competitions:
Wolves 1 – 3 Liverpool (FA Cup)
Galatasaray 1 – 0 Liverpool (UCL)
Liverpool 1 – 1 Tottenham (Premier League)
Liverpool 4 – 0 Galatasaray (UCL)
Brighton 2 – 1 Liverpool (Premier League)
Manchester City 4- 0 Liverpool (FA Cup)
There have also been suggestions that the review of Slot’s position was brought forward, highlighting the seriousness with which the situation is being evaluated behind the scenes.
Arne Slot is being schooled by Pep Lijnders. This is a new low.
— LFC Transfer Room (@LFCTransferRoom) April 4, 2026
Despite this, no final decision has been made, and the club’s next steps are expected to depend heavily on how the remainder of the season unfolds.
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If Liverpool were to move for Alonso, it would be a step in the right direction, although it would by no means be a solve-all solution. There are still serious questions surrounding the mentality of the squad in recent weeks.
The Spaniard’s tactical approach and familiarity with the club’s culture are widely seen as attractive qualities, particularly as Liverpool continue navigating a period of transition both on and off the pitch.
For now, Alonso’s availability, combined with mounting pressure on Slot, ensures the story will remain one of the most closely watched narratives surrounding Liverpool in the weeks ahead.
Whether the club ultimately decides to stand by Slot or pursue a new direction, the coming months are shaping up to be pivotal for Liverpool’s long-term future.