Carteret Analytics employs the seven key metrics in assessing a candidate with the capabilities of replacing Klopp. Xabi Alonso, former midfielder for Liverpool and current manager of Bayern Leverkusen becomes an intimidating frontrunner. Leverkusen’s defeat paused Alonso’s longest unbeaten run in Germany which was 33 games now, and made a new German record.
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Interestingly, Carteret’s results place Alonso in the last position of the top five list. Though he won the Champions League title with Chelsea, Tuchel is considered to be a not-a-perfect fit for the club. Assessment is now based on objective outcomes for the past six seasons, recent seasons matter most. League competitiveness was also considered. As Klopp’s overall rating is 151.0, this number is used as a reference point. The top five candidates follow Amorim (70.2), Nagelsmann (67.3, Tuchel (63.8), Postecoglou (62.0), and Alonso (59.2).
What is likely to happen at the end of the season?
Nagelsmann who was managing Bayern´s squad until recently has been appointed as the interim manager for the German national team, with Klopp’s backing. Spurs, under the leadership of Postecoglou, are delivering a good showing this season, hoping to get into the European qualifications slots.
These developments can potentially boost the chances of Nagelsmann against other candidates, particularly because of Klopp’s support, as they have the same German background. The period of Nagelsmann’s contract with the German team ends in July, contributing more to his value as a candidate.
Alonso, among the competitors, gets an advantage from his head coach who has acquired success, particularly if Leverkusen is crowned with the championship. Nevertheless, the uncertainty in his interest for the transition persists. Negotiations with Liverpool are said to be leading, but no commitments yet have been made. Alonso also has links with Bayern Munich on the radar.
Up to this point, the chosen replacement for Klopp is unclear, with many names coming forward.
