Liverpool finalizes agreement with Andoni Iraola as new head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Liverpool has completed a major agreement to appoint Andoni Iraola as their new head coach following the sacking of Arne Slot. Sources indicate that the deal is finalized, making Iraola the club's priority after he rejected offers from other clubs, including AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen. Iraola recently concluded a successful tenure at AFC Bournemouth, where he secured European qualification for the first time in the club's history. Liverpool is expected to make a formal announcement regarding Iraola's appointment soon, potentially today, as they aim to finalize the leadership transition ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
- •Liverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as new head coach.
- •Iraola rejected offers from AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen.
- •Finalization announced following Arne Slot's departure.
- •Iraola led Bournemouth to sixth place and UEFA Europa League qualification.
- •Liverpool expected to announce the deal imminently.
- 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Done deal: Liverpool to announce massive agreement
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