Liverpool engages Iraola after sacking Slot over poor results

Determined to compete for both domestic and continental trophies next season, the management of English football giant, Liverpool, has terminated the appointment of its head coach, Arne Slot, over poor results.

The 47-year-old Dutchman, who guided the Reds to their 20th league title in his debut season, was sacked after two seasons in charge.

After the debut season, the team under his watch struggled during his second year, finishing fifth in the Premier League.

To fill the vacuum left by Slot after his departure on Saturday, the club has approached former Bournemouth boss, Andoni Iraola, to manage the team next season.

The club have approached the Spaniard to discuss his role as it looks to contest for the UEFA champions league trophy.

Despite still qualifying for next season’s Champions League, Liverpool finished with 60 points – their lowest tally since the 2015-16 campaign and 25 points behind champions Arsenal.

“That this was a difficult decision for us to make as a club goes without saying. The contribution Arne has made to Liverpool FC in the time that he has been with us has been significant, meaningful and – most importantly of all to supporters and ourselves – successful,” Liverpool’s owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) said in a statement.

“As such, our appreciation for everything he has achieved could not be greater, particularly as it was underpinned by a work ethic, a diligence and a level of expertise which further underlined our view that he is a leader in his field.

“From the moment that we first encountered Arne, it was immediately clear that he is an individual who does not merely accept responsibility, he embraces it.”