Xabi Alonso addresses Liverpool speculation and focuses on Bayer Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has addressed the speculation surrounding his potential move to Liverpool following Jurgen Klopp's decision to step aside. Alonso, who has received praise for his team's performance in the Bundesliga, stated that he is happy with his current position and is fully focused on Bayer Leverkusen. While he expressed surprise at Klopp's announcement, Alonso did not provide a direct answer when asked if he could categorically rule out coaching Liverpool in the summer. This is not the first time Alonso has been linked to a former club, as there were previous rumors of him taking over at Real Madrid. However, those links have since cooled down with Carlo Ancelotti signing a new contract with the Spanish club.