Liverpool considers Lee Dykes for sporting director following Hughes' departure

Liverpool has initiated discussions with Brentford's technical director Lee Dykes as part of their search for a new sporting director. This comes after the departure of Richard Hughes at the close of the summer transfer window. Fenway Sports Group president Mike Gordon is leading the search and has also expressed interest in Julian Ward and Phil Giles as candidates. Dykes has been instrumental in Brentford's success but convincing him to leave may be challenging. The appointment is seen as a significant one for Liverpool's future recruitment strategy.

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