Arne Slot has called Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso a “special manager” ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League clash against the German champions on Tuesday.
It’s been a long time since a vintage Barcelona performance, but Xavi has this team playing brilliantly. Now comes a date with Mark van Bommel, Xavi’s former Barca teammate and World Cup foe, and a physical Champions League clash.
