Liverpool confirm appointment of Andoni Iraola as new head coach Andoni Iraola has been appointed the new head coach of Liverpool on a two-year contract, replacing Arne Slot. Liverpool pursued Iraola due to his preferred playing style and proven Premier League performance with Bournemouth, where he improved the team year-on-year. Iraola expressed his excitement about coaching top players and his ambition to fight for titles at Anfield.

• Andoni Iraola appointed Liverpool’s new head coach on a two-year contract.
• He replaces Arne Slot, who was sacked six days prior.
• Liverpool identified Iraola as the ideal candidate for their preferred playing style.
• Iraola previously managed Bournemouth and is known for improving teams and implementing a high-pressing style.
• He aims to coach top players and compete for titles at Liverpool.
• Liverpool’s sporting director, Richard Hughes, led the approach for Iraola.
• Iraola will bring his former assistants from Bournemouth with him to Anfield.