Xabi Alonso made a long-awaited return to Liverpool this week as supervisor of Bayer Leverkusen and as a lot as he had full give attention to the sport, there was nonetheless time for some good moments.
With the German facet sharing a video of the midfielder’s return to Anfield, we are able to now see what occurred behind the scenes within the underbelly of our well-known stadium.
Talking with two members of workers, the Spaniard may very well be heard saying: “At all times a Scouser, nonetheless a Crimson.”
You possibly can see from the entire video that the 42-year-old was very joyful to again at a spot he used to name dwelling.
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Xabi Alonso regarded delighted to be again at Anfield
You possibly can see from Rafa Benitez’s former participant in the best way that he touched the ‘That is Anfield’ signal within the tunnel, that he nonetheless has a gentle spot for the membership.
Add on the reception on the finish of the sport from the house supporters, the love could be very a lot mutual between a former participant and the followers that used to observe him play.
After we contemplate that the position Arne Slot presently holds was touted to be given to our former No.14, it’s good to see that this hasn’t impacted any emotions both method from all events involved.
Our paths could effectively cross once more sooner or later nevertheless it feels that L4 will at all times be a house for a midfield maestro who helped us win the 2005 Champions League trophy.
You may view Alonso’s feedback (from 0:40) by way of Bayer 04 Leverkusen on YouTube:
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