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He was absolutely not satisfied' - Liverpool eye Milner for backroom role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:37 AM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

He was absolutely not satisfied' - Liverpool eye Milner for backroom role

Summary

Liverpool is considering James Milner for a potential backroom role under new manager Andoni Iraola. The club's fanbase has expressed frustration over the team's recent performance, prompting discussions on how to raise standards. Milner, who recently retired, is praised for his leadership and influence in training, highlighting a need for continuity at Anfield during this transition. Talks of appointing Iraola have introduced concerns given the challenges faced by managers at big clubs. There are no formal approaches to Bournemouth about bringing in Iraola's former assistants at this time.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool explores James Milner's involvement in a coaching role.
•New manager Andoni Iraola faces challenges with fan expectations.
•Fan dissatisfaction over recent results has prompted this consideration.
•Milner had a reputation for demanding high standards and leadership.

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8:37 AMYahoo Sports — 'He was absolutely not satisfied' - should Reds make room for Milner?

What they're saying

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The potential appointment of Andoni Iraola brings with it a point of heightened risk at Liverpool. Data shared by BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club has outlined only Mauricio Pochettino (293 matches) and Brendan Rodgers (166) have broken the 100-game barrier when managers have moved to a big-six club within the Premier League over recent decades. The likes of David Moyes, Nuno Espirito Santo, Graham Potter, Enzo Maresca, Frank Lampard and Thomas Frank have all not reached a century of games after big moves.
— Yahoo Sports

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