Liverpool’s fears over Xabi Alonso’s availability to replace Jurgen Klopp were confirmed on Friday as he announced he will remain in charge of Bayer Leverkusen. Alonso was considered the favourite to succeed Klopp at Anfield after the German’s shock decision to quit the club at the end of the season. But Alonso said: “I had a good meeting with Bayer Leverkusen and I informed them that I will stay and continue at the club. “After lot of talks about my future, I used the break to reflect and make
City face being without up to seven first-team stars for the visit of Premier League leaders Arsenal on Sunday
Mikel Arteta, Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp will be speaking today as the Premier League returns this weekend