Xabi Alonso is under mounting pressure at Real Madrid – and former Barcelona star Rivaldo has given his verdict on him replacing Arne Slot at Liverpool

Liverpool would be an ideal fit for Xabi Alonso's managerial skills, according to Brazilian football icon Rivaldo. Despite hoping that the Spanish manager weathers the storm at Real Madrid , Rivaldo acknowledges the rumours of a rift between Alonso and his squad, who have only managed two victories in their last six games.

Their shaky performances kicked off with a 1-0 loss to Liverpool at Anfield in the Champions League in early November. With their next match in the tournament against Manchester City, whispers suggest another defeat could mark the end of Alonso's seven-month reign at Real Madrid.

Liverpool's head coach Arne S

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