Frank Christian
Before Ruben Amorim stepped in as Manchester United’s new manager following the dismissal of Eric ten Hag, there was considerable discussion about his potential as the ideal successor to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.
Guardiola has achieved remarkable success at City, guiding them through their most prosperous period. However, having previously departed from Barcelona and Bayern Munich at the peak of their successes, there’s speculation he may also leave City when his contract is up next summer.
The appointment of Hugo Viana, who recently ended his partnership with Amorim to take over as Manchester City’s sporting director, sparked theories that the Guardiola and Begiristain duo could be succeeded by Viana and Amorim for the next chapter in City’s history.
Recent reports indicate that instead of Amorim, another accomplished manager may soon be available to take over from Guardiola, should he decide this is his final season in charge of the Premier League champions.
Xabi Alonso Expected to Leave Bayer Leverkusen
According to Eurosport’s Spanish team, Xabi Alonso, who recently led Bayer Leverkusen to break Bayern’s long-standing Bundesliga dominance with an unbeaten season, is anticipated to leave the club at the season’s end.
Alonso is well-acquainted with the Premier League, having been a standout player for Liverpool and also having worked under Guardiola at Bayern, suggesting a good fit regarding style and philosophy.
Potential Competitors for Xabi Alonso’s Services
If Guardiola opts to step down, Manchester City will likely face stiff competition from Real Madrid for Alonso’s management services.
Although Alonso’s time at the Bernabeu was not as notable compared to his stints at Liverpool and Bayern Munich, the opportunity to manage such a prestigious club would appeal to many coaches.
Currently, Real Madrid is experiencing difficulties under Carlo Ancelotti’s leadership, raising questions about the longevity of his second tenure with the club.
If Guardiola proceeds to treat this season as his last, Alonso appears to be a fitting replacement for several reasons, making the prospect increasingly compelling.
