Alonso Demands £245m Squad Overhaul Before Accepting Liverpool Job

Story: written by Joseph March 18,2026
Xabi Alonso has reportedly set out a massive £245 million transfer blueprint as a condition for taking charge of Liverpool FC, amid growing uncertainty over the future of current manager Arne Slot.

The former midfielder is said to have pinpointed major gaps in defence, midfield, and attack, insisting on top-tier signings to reshape the squad before committing to the role.

Leading his defensive targets is Alessandro Bastoni of Inter Milan, with the centre-back valued at around £80 million and seen as key to rebuilding the backline.

In midfield, Alonso is reportedly keen on Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace, a rising talent estimated to cost about £65 million.

To strengthen the attack, the Spaniard has identified Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain as a long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah. The winger is reportedly valued at £100 million, making him the most expensive of the proposed signings.

The combined valuation of the trio highlights the scale of investment Alonso expects for a full squad rebuild at Anfield.

Meanwhile, Slot remains under pressure following a difficult season, with Liverpool trailing Arsenal FC by a wide margin in the league and battling to secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League.

A final decision on Slot’s future is expected at the end of the campaign, with performances in Europe — including a crucial clash against Galatasaray — likely to influence the outcome.

Alonso, one of Europe’s most in-demand coaches, is believed to be weighing his options carefully as he considers a possible return to Merseyside.