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Xabi Alonso is back at Anfield - this is how close he really came to taking the Liverpool job (twice), and why he chose Chelsea instead

Daily Mail 1 min read 6 hours ago

When Jurgen Klopp announced his exit in 2024, many expected Alonso to be the next man in. He was the bookies' favourite and the popular choice with the fans.
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