Barcelona 'racing' to appoint Amorim as head coach ahead of Liverpool, Bayern

Barcelona see Ruben Amorim as their top priority to succeed Xavi who departs at the end of the season, the Independent report.

The Catalans are 'racing' to agree a deal with the Sporting head coach ahead of Liverpool and Bayern.

The Reds and the defending Bundesliga champions have expressed their interest in the Portuguese tactician following Xabi Alonso publicly announcing his decision to stay at Bayer.

It is understood that Liverpool consider Amorim as the next best option, after Alonso. However, they are flexible and have other names on the shortlist of managers who could succeed Jurgen Klopp.

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