Xabi Alonso open to Premier League move

TL;DR

Xabi Alonso is considering a move to the Premier League after being linked to coaching positions at Chelsea and Liverpool. Following a tumultuous tenure at Real Madrid, Alonso aims to ensure his next role aligns with his coaching philosophy.

Key points

Xabi Alonso linked to Chelsea and Liverpool coaching roles
Alonso's tenure at Real Madrid ended due to player clashes
He aims to find a suitable coaching position in the Premier League

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Xabi Alonso head coach of Real Madrid during the press conference ahead to the Spanish Super Cup final match between FC BArcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 10, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images In recent days, former Bayern Munich midfielder Xabi Alonso has been linked to both Chelsea FC and Liverpool FC regarding their respective coaching positions. Chelsea has an opening, while Liverpool’s Arne Slot is on the hot seat. Alonso, who was a mastermind at Bayer Leverkusen as a head coach, is coming off of a disastrous stint as manager at Real Madrid, where the team did not respond to his calls for discipline or even hard work per reports. Ultimately, his clashes with several star players led to his dismissal — which was a good thing. Real Madrid would eventually implode, something that culminated a few days ago after a nasty week of infighting (literally), fan revolt, and questions about the viability of the roster composition moving forward. Per Fabrizio Romano, with all of that in his rearview mirror, Alonso could be eyeing a jump to :

Q&A

Which Premier League teams are interested in Xabi Alonso?

Chelsea FC and Liverpool FC are reportedly interested in hiring Xabi Alonso for their coaching positions.

What led to Xabi Alonso's dismissal from Real Madrid?

Alonso was dismissed from Real Madrid due to clashes with star players and the team's failure to respond to his calls for discipline and hard work.

What are Xabi Alonso's coaching prospects in England?

Alonso is open to a Premier League move and is currently evaluating potential opportunities to ensure a good fit for his coaching style.