In a cheeky bid to sway Xabi Alonso's heart towards Anfield, Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has been using social media tactics.
With Jurgen Klopp's departure on the horizon, speculation is rife about who'll take the helm at Liverpool, and Alonso, currently making waves with Bayer Leverkusen, is tipped as a leading candidate.
Carragher's Crafty Campaign
Carragher, during his appearance on CBS' Champions League coverage, shared a light-hearted insight into his efforts to nudge Alonso in Liverpool's direction.
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"Yes, if there's other people in for him, of course. Listen, who knows if he's going to leave Leverkusen, I feel if he goes on to do what we think - winning the title - it'll be difficult to stay, because he'll have some great offers.
"And fingers crossed it's my Liverpool!" Carragher said, as reported by Daily Star, highlighting the competitive edge to lure Alonso.
The Alonso Effect at Leverkusen
Leverkusen's current success under Alonso's guidance has not gone unnoticed, with the team outperforming league giants like Bayern Munich.
This success has only fueled the fire of speculation linking Alonso with the Liverpool job. "I just think he's got his focus on Leverkusen, at the moment.
But he's still seeing my stories on Instagram, so I can see he's checking in on me... we'll get the March international break and I'll see what's going on!" Carragher added, showcasing a blend of humour and hope in securing Alonso for Liverpool.