Former Bayern Munich star Xabi Alonso as coach of Manchester United? One pundit doesn’t think it would happen

Bayer Leverkusen coach and former Bayern Munich midfielder Xabi Alonso has become one of the hottest coaches in Europe and is rumored to be on the radar of his old clubs — Real Madrid, Liverpool FC, and even the Bavarians.

Former Manchester United and Liverpool striker Michael Owen has watched Alonso’s ascension, but is not quite sure that the 42-year-old would ever make the jump to the Red Devils.

“It’s hard to say if Alonso’s link to Liverpool would make it difficult for him should he be appointed manager of Manchester United. Alonso has, in isolation, had an unbelievable start to his managerial career. He always looked like an intelligent player. He was a great passer of the ball who would see things on the pitch that others couldn’t. It’s almost as if the way he played perfectly lent itself to management. His record so far is quite incredible,” Owen told to BoyleSports, who offer the latest Champions League Betting.

“It’s not as if Xabi took over Bayern Munich! He’s taken over a team who were a rung lower and he’s made them play incredible football. I’m sure that any team on the world stage that needs a new manager would look at an up-and-coming manager like Xabi,” said Owen. “There has to be a question mark over Manchester United, though, due to his previous clubs. We all know how powerful fans can be when they don’t want something! That could become a hurdle for him. I’ll be honest, I don’t see Alonso joining Manchester United.”

Alonso’s star is continuing to rise with each week and with each of his old clubs in a somewhat tenuous position in regard to coaches (for one reason or another), there could be a real competition for the ex-midfielder after the season.