ANDONI IRAOLA is discussing personal terms with Liverpool – with both parties keen to seal his appointment before the World Cup.
Iraola, 43, is the leading contender to take the Anfield hot seat after the club sacked title-winning boss on Saturday.
Andoni Iraola could be announced as Liverpool’s new manager before the World Cup Credit: Alamy
Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes appointed Iraola at Bournemouth Credit: Getty
The Reds have sent an initial offer to the Spaniard, who left Bournemouth last month after guiding them to a sixth-place Premier League finish and into the .
Talks are expected to continue this week with both sides hopeful of a swift resolution before the World Cup begins on June 11.
Richard Hughes, the Liverpool sporting director, is leading discussions from the club side, having appointed Iraola at Bournemouth before himself moving to Anfield in 2024.
Iraola could look to bring former Cherries defender Tommy Elphick with him after the coach turned down the chance to leave Bournemouth for the top job at .
Former Rayo Vallecano manager Iraola has held talks with various clubs since announcing his decision to leave the south coast club in April.
held multiple rounds of talks with Iraola, who also met with following their decision to sack .
European clubs also expressed an interest, with talks held over Iraola replacing Kasper Hjulmand at . also expressed an interest.
Reds captain was the first Liverpool player to following his departure, posting on social media: “We’ll never forget winning the Premier League in our first season together.
Arne Slot (left) was sacked by Liverpool and Ibrahima Konate (right) is leaving on a free Credit: AFP
“Thank you, Trainer, and best of luck to you and your family for the future.”
Meanwhile, Liverpool have confirmed that Van Dijk’s defensive partner, Ibrahima Konate, at the end of his contract this summer.
Konate, 27, joined from in 2021, made 183 appearances and won the Premier League, FA Cup and two Carabao Cups.
Liverpool said: “Konate will depart with our gratitude and appreciation for the contribution he made and everyone at the club wishes him the best for the future.”
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