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Liverpool’s delay in sacking Arne Slot not tied to Xabi Alonso move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:05 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Liverpool’s delay in sacking Arne Slot not tied to Xabi Alonso move

Summary

Liverpool decided last week to part ways with manager Arne Slot after assessing team morale. Reports suggested that delaying the decision cost them the opportunity to hire Xabi Alonso, but it appears he was not a serious candidate for the role. Instead, Liverpool is focusing on appointing Andoni Iraola as Slot's successor. Alonso has recently taken the reins at Chelsea, having opted to remain with Bayer Leverkusen for an additional season before his move. The Reds previously indicated confidence in Slot, reassessing their position after the season concluded.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool sacked Arne Slot after evaluating team dynamics.
•Suggestions of losing Alonso as a candidate are unfounded, as he wasn't considered.
•Andoni Iraola is the front-runner to replace Slot at Liverpool.
•Xabi Alonso began managing Chelsea two weeks prior to Slot’s dismissal.
•Liverpool had previously supported Slot but changed direction post-season.

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8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Delaying the sacking of Arne Slot did not cost Liverpool the chance to bring in Xabi Alonso

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There have been suggestions that delaying the sacking of Arne Slot cost Liverpool the chance to bring in Xabi Alonso. However, the new Chelsea manager was not viewed as a serious contender for the Liv...
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