Liverpool and Xabi Alonso appear to be moving steadily closer to one another. A downturn in results, underlined by the recent defeat to Bournemouth, has intensified doubts around Arne Slot's future, while the Spanish coach finds himself available after his dismissal from Real Madrid.
According to AS, the Reds have already made contact with Alonso to assess his willingness to return to Anfield, where he remains a revered figure.
Liverpool have tracked Alonso's progression for several seasons. His outstanding work at Bayer Leverkusen placed him firmly on the shortlist of Europe's elite clubs, including the Merseyside side, although circumstances never aligned for a move until now.
An early Champions League exit could prove decisive in accelerating change at Anfield. Should that scenario unfold, Liverpool may turn to a familiar face, with Alonso once again emerging as a leading candidate to take charge at a club where his legacy still carries weight.