Arne Slot vs. Xabi Alonso had the makings of an epic battle. In the end it was the Liverpool coach who cruised to victory against the man many believed was destined to take over at Anfield this season.

Arne Slot has disclosed he was left in the dark over Bayer Leverkusen set up against his Liverpool side in Tuesday's Champions League game at Anfield. The Reds

Xabi Alonso played at Anfield for Liverpool for five seasons before leaving but is back as manager with Bayer Leverkusen and has touched the stadium's iconic sign