Major changes could be on the horizon at Liverpool. The Reds are going through a delicate moment after chaining four consecutive draws in the Premier League, a run that has left them virtually out of the title race with 16 matchdays still to play. Currently, the team is 14 points behind the leader, Arsenal—a gap that is starting to look insurmountable.

Arne Slot under scrutiny as Anfield loses patience

Beyond the results, what worries Anfield the most are the footballing sensations. This Liverpool is a far cry from the dominant team that crushed its rivals last season. The 1-1 draw against Burnley at Anfield triggered strong boos from the fans, with manager Arne Slot as the main target. Adding to this tense atmosphere is the controversy with Mohamed Salah from a month ago, which has only heightened internal tensions.

Despite rumors of dismissal, The Athletic reports that Slot retains the backing of Fenway Sports Group (FSG), who for now do not contemplate a mid-season managerial change, avoiding repeating recent scenarios seen at clubs like Manchester United or Chelsea. However, within the entity, it is acknowledged that an immediate reaction is needed so that the Dutch coach's continuity does not start to be seriously compromised.

Xabi Alonso emerges as the alternative if the project collapses

The landscape has changed in recent weeks with Xabi Alonso's departure from Real Madrid. The Tolosa-born coach now emerges as the great alternative if the current project ultimately collapses. At Anfield, they do not rule out holding on until the end of the season and, if the balance is negative, betting strongly on Alonso to start a new cycle.

The idea would be to offer the Spanish coach a project tailored to him, with room to strengthen players called to make a difference like Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, two profiles highly valued by the sporting direction. Meanwhile, Liverpool walks a tightrope, with the future of the bench increasingly in the spotlight.

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