Liverpool sacked Arne Slot and targets Andoni Iraola for manager role
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Liverpool has dismissed Arne Slot following an inconsistent Premier League season. Andoni Iraola, who guided Bournemouth to a sixth-place finish, is the frontrunner to replace him. Iraola’s tactics, including a preferred 4-2-3-1 formation, could align with Liverpool's playing style. He lacks experience at clubs with high expectations but has a reputation for developing talent on a budget. He will be out of contract soon, potentially facilitating a move to Anfield this summer.
- •Liverpool sacked Arne Slot after an inconsistent Premier League season.
- •Andoni Iraola emerged as the leading candidate for the managerial role.
- •Iraola led Bournemouth to sixth place, just behind Liverpool.
- •He is currently out of contract, possibly easing his move to Liverpool.
- •Iraola's tactics emphasize high pressing and fast attacks.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool told they are replacing Arne Slot with a ‘front-footed’ manager
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — Agreement for Andoni Iraola to take over at Anfield
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — How Andoni Iraola’s Tactics Could Transform Liverpool’s Fortunes Next Season?
"Liverpool have reached an agreement with Andoni Iraola to replace Arne Slot in the Anfield dugout.The Reds decided to sack Premier League winning manager Slot at the weekend despite previous assurance...
"Liverpool have recently decided to sack Arne Slot after an inconsistent season in the Premier League. Andoni Iraola is now the clear favourite to take over as the new manager of the Merseyside club. L...
"Why are Liverpool Replacing Arne Slot with Andoni Iraola?On Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Michael Reid framed Liverpool’s move for Andoni Iraola as a decision rooted in style, data and frustration w...
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:35 PMLiverpool told they are replacing Arne Slot with a ‘front-footed’ manager
Why are Liverpool Replacing Arne Slot with Andoni Iraola?On Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Michael Reid framed Liverpool’s move for Andoni Iraola as a decision rooted in style, data and frustration w...
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 9:20 AMAgreement for Andoni Iraola to take over at Anfield
Liverpool have reached an agreement with Andoni Iraola to replace Arne Slot in the Anfield dugout.The Reds decided to sack Premier League winning manager Slot at the weekend despite previous assurance...
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 9:25 PMHow Andoni Iraola’s Tactics Could Transform Liverpool’s Fortunes Next Season?
Liverpool have recently decided to sack Arne Slot after an inconsistent season in the Premier League. Andoni Iraola is now the clear favourite to take over as the new manager of the Merseyside club. L...
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