Former executive confirms that Xabi Alonso will replace Arne Slot this summer

Liverpool are bracing for a seismic managerial shift, with Everton’s former chief executive Kieth Wyness confirming that Xabi Alonso is the man waiting in the wings should Arne Slot be dismissed this summer. Speaking to Football Insider, Wyness stated: “From my point of view and my contacts in Spain are saying that, yes, [Xabi Alonso] would be the one in waiting to come back.”

The update lands amid mounting pressure on Slot at Anfield, where results have not matched expectations. While Slot’s future remains undecided, the Dutchman could still reverse the tide, yet the Merseyside rumour mill has already anointed Alonso as the preferred successor. The Spaniard has been linked with the role since Jurgen Klopp announced his departure in 2014, and Slot’s potential exit would reopen the path for Alonso to return to Anfield, this time in the dugout.

Behind the scenes, Liverpool’s hierarchy faces additional uncertainty, with Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards entering the final year of their contracts. The convergence of contract timelines and performance issues has intensified speculation, leaving supporters convinced that Alonso is the natural heir to the throne.

As the summer approaches, the spotlight on Alonso will only grow brighter, and Liverpool’s next move could define the club’s trajectory for years to come.