Someone well earlier in the thread asked about any names out of left field, so, being the idiot that I am, I thought I’d take the bait.
Young, ex-player, plays a high energy pressing style of football. Has managed only two senior clubs. Owns all-time club record of points gained per match at first club, then was sacked for flirting with club now at. Took club he is at to league championship in second season, and sits second in table to first place team that is 17-1-0 through 18 games.
Who is this nobody? Arne Slot at Feyenoord. Told ya it was out of leftfield.
Now, my first choice by a mile would be Xavi, but I worry about him replacing a legend. Sometimes being the second person in after a legend leaves, softens the blow of feeling like you must replace his legacy immediately. Maybe a bridge guy to Alonso for a couple years would be good? Who knows? Certainly not me!