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Liverpool Retains Slot, Denies Alonso Approach as Chelsea Courts Coach

5/15/2026

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Liverpool confirmed they will keep Arne Slot as manager and have had no talks with Xabi Alonso.
Fenway Sports Group said Liverpool made zero official approaches to Alonso, noting that on May 11 Fabrizio Romano reported no conversations this year.
Fabrizio Romano reported on May 13 that Chelsea are in talks with Alonso, who wants full control over the squad and key sporting decisions.

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Liverpool confirmed they will keep Arne Slot as manager and have had no talks with Xabi Alonso.
Fenway Sports Group said Liverpool made zero official approaches to Alonso, noting that on May 11 Fabrizio Romano reported no conversations this year.
Fabrizio Romano reported on May 13 that Chelsea are in talks with Alonso, who wants full control over the squad and key sporting decisions.