Overview

• Barcelona and Liverpool are both interested in appointing Xabi Alonso as their next manager, with Alonso currently impressing at Bayer Leverkusen.
• Alonso has led Leverkusen to the top of the Bundesliga, unbeaten in 21 games, including a notable 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich.
• Liverpool has made the first approach to Alonso, who has a history with the club as a former player, to replace Jurgen Klopp.
• Barcelona is also considering Jurgen Klopp as a potential replacement for Xavi, despite Klopp's plans for a sabbatical.
• Alonso's former teammate, Bastian Schweinsteiger, believes Alonso dreams of managing Liverpool, adding intrigue to the managerial race.