Liverpool are considering Ruben Amorim and Roberto Zerbi as potential replacements for Jurgen Klopp, following Xabi Alonso being ruled out for the position.

Liverpool are currently in search of a new manager to take over from Jurgen Klopp. One potential candidate is Ruben Amorim from Sporting CP, but Liverpool may have to pay a significant amount to secure his services. According to The Telegraph, Amorim has a release clause of £12.8 million, which can be activated at the end of the season. However, this clause drops to £8.5 million in 2025, making it easier for Liverpool to negotiate a deal with Sporting Lisbon. This news is favorable for Liverpool, as it was previously believed that the release clause was much higher.

Another potential replacement for Klopp is Roberto De Zerbi, the current manager of Brighton. The Mirror reports that De Zerbi would also cost Liverpool £12.8 million. Xabi Alonso, who was previously a top target for Liverpool, is now leaning towards staying at Bayer Leverkusen. With Alonso out of the picture, Liverpool will have to explore other options, and De Zerbi has emerged as a leading candidate. However, Brighton is not willing to let him go cheaply and would demand his full release clause if he wants to leave.

Moving on to Chelsea, the club has decided to keep hold of three young players for the upcoming season. According to the Evening Standard, Alfie Gilchrist, Jimi Tauriainen, and Mason Burstow will not be sold in the summer. Gilchrist, a defender, is expected to stay despite Chelsea’s plans to sign new defensive reinforcements. Tauriainen, a midfielder, has had some injury setbacks but recently made his debut for Finland Under-21s. He will be considered a homegrown player next season and may seek a loan move for further development. Burstow, a forward, has faced criticism for his lack of goals but is still highly regarded at Chelsea. His contract is set to be extended, and another loan move is likely.

Lastly, Newcastle is in need of a new sporting director to replace Dan Ashworth. The Sun reports that Ashworth is set to leave Newcastle for Manchester United, prompting the club to search for a suitable replacement. Paolo Maldini, the AC Milan legend, and Hugo Viana, a former Newcastle player, are among the candidates being considered for the role.