The question about who should become Liverpool’s next manager is a debated topic. Xabi Alonso seems to be the favourite to succeed Jurgen Klopp this summer. But he isn’t the only candidate. Given the sentiments around Alonso, it’s easy to understand why he would be the favourite. His affiliation with Liverpool stretches back decades, with Anfield being the place where he first established himself as an elite player. He has a cult status at Liverpool, and is still very much highly regarded by the club’s supporters. On top of that, he’s got an impressive record this season having guided Bayer Le…