Fabrizio Romano: Xabi Alonso close to returning to action

The Basque coach does not consider taking a rest period after his time at Real Madrid, he wants to return to action as soon as possible

Héctor Andreu | 16 Jan 2026 | 19.22
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Xabi Alonso wants to return to action / La Razón
Xabi Alonso wants to return to action / La Razón

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Xabi Alonso will not take long to return to the sidelines. This is suggested by the market environment and is reinforced by the most recent information about his immediate future, pointing to a comeback this summer or, at the latest, in 2027.

The coach from San Sebastian is clear that he does not want a long break. After closing his stage at Real Madrid earlier than expected, he maintains his ambition and enthusiasm to start a new competitive project.

For weeks now, several sources have pointed to the Premier League as a natural destination. In this context, Liverpool emerges as a real option, both due to affinity and a deep understanding of the club.

Xabi Alonso and the possibility of Liverpool

The connection with Liverpool goes beyond nostalgia. Xabi Alonso knows the demands of Anfield, the daily pressure, and the club's culture, factors that favor a possible return, now from the sidelines.

Moreover, the current project led by Arne Slot has yet to take off. The team shows ups and downs, and the sports management is considering alternative scenarios if the progress does not convince in the coming months.

The Premier League entices the coach with its competitiveness and projection. Returning to England would mean facing the best coaches week after week and consolidating his career in the most demanding championship in the world.

Xabi Alonso, a real option for Liverpool

An Early End at Real Madrid

Xabi Alonso's time at Real Madrid ended sooner than expected. He arrived with credit after his successful period in Germany, raised hope, and impressed in his initial public appearances.

However, the project did not come to fruition. The main issue was in managing the dressing room. He failed to connect with the key players, eroding his internal authority. His leadership style was questioned in the higher ranks. The disconnection was gradual and ended in an abrupt conclusion that nobody had imagined months earlier.

The Fans Blame the Squad

Despite the coach's departure, part of the Real Madrid fans have started to criticize the players. The weariness from another season without titles is evident. The atmosphere at the Bernabeu promises to be tense. Many players are under scrutiny, and the management is aware that the exhaustion goes beyond the sidelines.

For Xabi Alonso, this context is not a burden. On the contrary, it strengthens the idea that his next destination must offer stability and full support.

In that scenario, Liverpool, with pending adjustments in the Arne Slot era and the ongoing allure of the Premier League, appears as a challenge as possible as it is stimulating for Xabi Alonso.

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