Xabi Alonso has mentioned “there isn’t any time for tourism” earlier than his return to Anfield along with his Bayer Leverkusen aspect on Tuesday.
The Spaniard made 210 appearances for the Reds in a spell from 2004 to 2009 and helped the membership win the 2005 Champions League.
After guiding Leverkusen unbeaten to the Bundesliga title final season and solely dropping one recreation in all competitions, Alonso was initially favorite to succeed Jurgen Klopp, however determined to stick with the German aspect.
Alonso mentioned: “Let’s speak concerning the recreation – it is extra attention-grabbing than my future. Let’s speak concerning the nice gamers on either side – that’s what is in my head.
“For us, it’s a large problem to return right here. Liverpool, in the meanwhile, is among the greatest if not the very best in Europe.
“It is a good squad, coach. At Anfield, it is a large problem. We’re wanting ahead to it. Let’s have a look at what occurs.”
When requested concerning the d concerning the reception he’ll get on his return to Merseyside and the potential for the group singing his title, Alonso replied: “We’ll see. I’ll let you know after the sport how I really feel.
“There will probably be a second for all the things, however the principle factor isn’t me. It is the gamers and the way we take care of the feelings you could have on this stadium.”