This follows the former midfielder's dismissal as Real Madrid manager after a 3-2 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup. ‌Alonso was once considered a potential successor to Jurgen Klopp, but after pledging his future to Bayer Leverkusen, focus shifted to Slot. ‌The Spaniard subsequently moved to Real Madrid last summer, although his tenure lasted just a matter of months, and his departure coincided with a challenging period for Liverpool. He's started off his managerial career really well, maybe Real Madrid came too soon for him." “Coaching Real Madrid has been an honour and a responsibility.

Source: Daily Mirror January 15, 2026 14:03 UTC