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‘Definitely’ – Benitez-era Liverpool icon has been talked up as a future Reds manager
TL;DR
An ex-Liverpool player from Rafael Benitez's era is being considered as a potential future manager for the club. Notable names from that time, like Xabi Alonso and Steven Gerrard, have successfully transitioned into coaching roles.
Key points
- Ex-Liverpool player from Benitez's era considered for future manager
- Benitez managed Liverpool from 2004 to 2010
- Xabi Alonso is a prominent coaching success from that era
- Other players like Gerrard and Mascherano have also become coaches
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Rafael BenitezXabi AlonsoSteven GerrardRobbie KeaneJavier MascheranoAlvaro Arbeloa
Liverpool
‘Definitely’ – Benitez-era Liverpool icon has been talked up as a future Reds manager
An ex-Liverpool player from Rafael Benitez’s time in charge of the club has now been talked up as a viable candidate to become a future manager of the Reds.
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Many of the standout names from the Spaniards’ reign at Anfield between 2004 and 2010 have gone on to forge coaching careers of their own – Xabi Alonso is the most prominent of those, with Steven Gerrard, Robbie Keane, Javier Mascherano and Alvaro Arbeloa also moving into careers in the dugout in more recent times.
Another former Red from that era has now been earmarked for a potential future return to Merseyside in a managerial role.
Fernando Torres talked up as future Liverpool manager
Fernando Torres is currently in charge of Atletico Madrid’s B team, who play in the Spanish third tier, and his former Spain teammate Fernando Llorente can envisage him becoming Liverpool manager further down the line.
Q&A
Who is the Liverpool icon being considered as a future manager?
The article does not specify the name of the Liverpool icon being talked up as a future manager.
What years did Rafael Benitez manage Liverpool?
Rafael Benitez managed Liverpool from 2004 to 2010.
Which players from Benitez's era have become coaches?
Notable players who have transitioned into coaching include Xabi Alonso, Steven Gerrard, Robbie Keane, Javier Mascherano, and Alvaro Arbeloa.
What impact did Benitez's management have on players' coaching careers?
Many standout players from Benitez's time at Liverpool have successfully forged coaching careers, indicating a strong influence from his management.
