#2 Xabi Alonso
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.
