Twist as Liverpool hold fresh manager talks as they move on from Ruben Amorim

It's the Mask of Zorro!

No, wait. It's just Lille manager Paulo Fonseca.

The 51-year-old once promised to dress up as the iconic film character if his side reached the Champions League Round of 16 in 2017.

He is now being linked with a move to Liverpool as the Reds seek to find a replacement for Jurgen Klopp before the end of the season.

After top target Xabi Alonso announced his intention to stay with Bayer Leverkusen, and Ruben Amorim's surprise talks with West Ham, the Reds are now considering new candidates for the role at Anfield.

According to Anfield Watch, Paulo Fonseca has emerged as a potential candidate.

The Portuguese coach is admired by Liverpool's leadership, and informal talks had already taken place earlier this season regarding the possibility of him taking over the manager's position.

Fonseca, 51, has made a significant impact at Lille since joining the Ligue 1 club.

Under his guidance, Lille reached the quarterfinals of the Europa Conference League and are currently in fourth place in the French league.

Fonseca is known for his tactical brain and ability to develop young talent while maintaining a competitive edge.

The former Shakhtar Donetsk coach has an impressive record, having led the Ukrainian giants to three consecutive league and cup doubles during his tenure.

His name has also been linked with Tottenham and Newcastle United in the past, reflecting his strong reputation in European football.

Despite Fonseca's credentials, it remains uncertain whether he is the front-runner for the Liverpool job or one of several candidates the club is considering. The Reds have also been linked with other potential successors, including Roberto De Zerbi and Arne Slot.

Liverpool's search for a new manager continues as they look to identify the right person to lead the team into a new era.

With informal talks underway and various names in contention, the club will need to make a careful decision to ensure a smooth transition from the Jurgen Klopp era.

As the process unfolds, Liverpool fans will be watching closely to see who will take the helm at Anfield in the coming season.