Liverpool have sacked Arne Slot just one year after he guided the club to the Premier League title, following a poor 2025-26 campaign in which the Reds slipped to fifth place. FSG made the decision after internal discussions concluded that a change in direction was necessary heading into next season.
Andoni Iraola has emerged as the overwhelming favourite to take over at Anfield. The Basque coach transformed Bournemouth into a consistent top-half Premier League side over three years and is set to leave the Cherries this summer. Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes worked closely with Iraola at Bournemouth, giving the club confidence a deal can be done quickly.