Jurgen Klopp believes Xabi Alonso is the standout of the next generation of managers ready to replace the "dinosaurs" in the dugout - and has saluted the "incredible job" his potential Liverpool successor is doing at Bayer Leverkusen. Alonso has emerged as the clear favourite to become the next Reds boss with Klopp leaving Anfield at the end of the season after nearly nine years in charge. If you would have asked me eight weeks ago about Xabi Alonso, I would have gone 'oh my God'. The next generation is already there and I would say Xabi is standout in that department. "Leverkusen was clearly the better side in the first game and that is rare," said the Liverpool boss.

Source: Express February 17, 2024 01:13 UTC