5 players who could become great managers

Modified Nov 23, 2016 14:56 GMT

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish (l) looks on before the Barclays Premier League match between Newcastle United and Liverpool at Sports Direct Arena on April 1, 2012 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) — Kenny Daglish was one of the few people who were successful both as a player and as a manager

#2 Xabi Alonso

MUNICH, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 05: Xabi Alonso of FC Bayern Muenchen reacts during the Bundesliga match between Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on November 5, 2016 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Boris Streubel/Getty Images) — Alonso could cut it as a manager

Xabi Alonso has always been a vital player for his team since his burgeoning days at Real Sociedad. On the pitch, he is calm, composed and has a great affinity for the game. Having played for the some of the best clubs in the world, under some of the best managers he has enough experience to cut it as a manager.

The Spaniard in a fan favourite everywhere he has played from Liverpool to Bayern Munich. Although he is not very vocal off the pitch, it has not always been the loudest voice in the dressing room that has typically developed into a successful manager.

He has been an integral part of a lot of successful campaigns for all his clubs. The former Real Madrid star loves to get on the ball and play it around.

Alonso is a great idol for the young players. And what more, once he mentioned about taking up management after retirement because he loves the game. A loyal, dedicated personality, should he take to management he would be one of the most tactically proficient managers.

Edited by Staff Editor