Liverpool consider Iraola as new head coach after Slot exit
Liverpool are in talks to appoint Andoni Iraola as their new head coach following the departure of Arne Slot. The club is eager to find a replacement quickly, with Iraola emerging as the top candidate. Iraola recently left Bournemouth after a successful season and is attracting interest from several European clubs. The decision to seek a new manager comes after a disappointing league campaign for Liverpool.
Match highlights
- Andoni Iraola is the leading candidate to become Liverpool's new head coach after the exit of Arne Slot.
- Iraola led Bournemouth to their highest-ever Premier League finish, ending the season in sixth place and qualifying for the Europa League.
- Liverpool's sporting director, Richard Hughes, previously worked with Iraola at Bournemouth, which could influence the appointment.
- Other candidates considered include Sebastian Hoeness and Pierre Sage, but Iraola is widely expected to be offered the job.
- Despite Champions League qualification, Liverpool finished the season with 60 points, their lowest tally since 2015-16 and 25 points behind champions Arsenal.
