Share this @internewscast.com

Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha has backed Ruben Amorim to succeed at Liverpool should the Reds opt to appoint him as Jurgen Klopp’s successor ahead of next season.

Palhinha played under Amorim at both Braga and Sporting CP prior to moving to the Premier League in 2022 and has seen firsthand the quality of the 39-year-old coach.

Given his success at Sporting, delivering the club’s first Primeira Liga title in 19 years in 2021 and leading the way again this season, Amorim has been touted for a number of top jobs. Liverpool is one obvious vacancy coming up and Palhinha sees his former boss thriving at the next level up.

“Yes, of course, although the pressure is different,” the player told O Jogo.

“When you coach a big Portuguese club, you have the pressure of the fans and the size of the club itself, which forces you to win. When you coach Liverpool, you have the pressure of the fans, the club and the whole world. The way it’s growing, I think it’s only a matter of time.

“Ruben is a very good coach, one of the best in Portugal, he’s done an excellent job since Braga. He has an in-depth knowledge of the game and has a close relationship with the players. The way he’s growing, he won’t be in Portugal much longer.

“It won’t be for lack of opportunities [if he doesn’t] leave Portugal. He has dreams and ambitions of winning another title for Sporting and then the future will be in his hands.”

Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool need to replace Jurgen Klopp / Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/GettyImages

Klopp announced in January his intention to step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season. With temporary sporting director Jorg Schmadtke also leaving at the end of the January transfer window, the club was tasked with planning a whole new chapter and was keen to have in place a new football hierarchy before turning attention to manager recruitment.

Michael Edwards has returned in a new bigger role than before, with Richard Hughes also set to join as sporting director when he leaves Bournemouth at the end of the season.

90min reported last month that Liverpool have seven names on a shortlist to replace Klopp.

Xabi Alonso was a leading contender owing to his work at Bayer Leverkusen and prior connection to Liverpool, with Bayern Munich coveting him for similar reasons. However, due diligence has revealed Alonso is expected to remain loyal to his current employers for at least another season.

Others being seriously considered are Julian Nagelsmann, Roberto De Zerbi and Ange Postecoglou. There has been hesitancy with regard to Amorim, who while admired by the Anfield hierarchy, lacks experience in one of Europe’s top five leagues, but the Alonso development could boost his chances as candidates begin to thin. Unai Emery and Roger Schmidt have also been discussed internally.

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard is not seen as a contender, having seen his stock fall since being sacked by Aston Villa, but could still get an interview out of respect should he ask for one.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Reece James Reveals Chelsea’s Activities During the Two-Hour Thunderstorm Halt

Chelsea secured a spot in the Club World Cup quarter-finals after defeating…

AS Monaco Unveils Debut Mizuno Home Kit with Help from Paul Pogba

AS Monaco have unveiled their new home kit for the 2025/26 season…

Uncovered: Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘message to Diogo Jota’s family’ following the Liverpool star’s tragic passing – before missing the Portugal team-mate’s funeral

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly told Diogo Jota’s wife that he will always…

Kylian Mbappe Honors Diogo Jota with Incredible Scissor Kick as Real Madrid Fends Off Borussia Dortmund in Dramatic Finish Featuring Three Injury-Time Goals, Setting Stage for Semi-Final Showdown with PSG

Kylian Mbappe scored an acrobatic scissor-kick to set up a Club World…

Can you identify the renowned royal couple in this photo, invited as special guests by friend Billy Slater to join Queensland’s State of Origin dressing room celebration?

Two members of the Royal Family participated in Queensland’s exuberant State of…

Lionel Messi Reportedly Negotiating with Unexpected Saudi Club as Inter Miami Contract Nears End, Hinting at Possible Cristiano Ronaldo Reunion

Lionel Messi is reportedly in talks with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli as…

Player Ratings for State of Origin Game 3: Discover the Standouts and the Unexpected Player Who Failed in Queensland’s Historic Victory

Billy Slater’s Queensland left New South Wales astounded as they reclaimed State…

Newcastle Transfer Rumors: Surprise Premier League Targets After Elanga, Isak’s Contract Update, and Will Trafford Join This Week?

Newcastle United are on the verge of their first signing of the…

PSG Players Display Maximum Respect for Lionel Messi After Club World Cup Match

Paris Saint-Germain may be the newly crowned champions of Europe and have…

Matildas Shocked by Lower-Ranked Opponents as Experienced Striker Michelle Heyman Misses Easy Shot

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is confident his team are headed in…