Liverpool hire ex-Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola as new manager
Liverpool has appointed Andoni Iraola as their new manager following the dismissal of Arne Slot. Iraola previously led Bournemouth to a sixth-place finish in the Premier League, securing a spot in the Europa League for the club. He expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to coach at Liverpool, highlighting the club's rich history and passionate supporters.
- ▪Liverpool has hired Andoni Iraola as their new manager after firing Arne Slot.
- ▪Iraola previously managed Bournemouth, leading them to a sixth-place finish in the Premier League.
- ▪This will be the first time Bournemouth participates in European competition.
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Soccer Liverpool hire ex-Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola as new manager By Ryan Giancola Published June 4, 2026, 8:32 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Liverpool has found their new coach by tapping into the Premier League. The club has hired former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola after firing Arne Slot last week, it announced Thursday. Iraola guided Bournemouth to sixth place in the Premier League, earning the club a spot in the Europa League. Next season will mark the first time in the club’s history that it has participated in any European competition. But Iraola said he’s excited for his new post. 3 Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola is set to lead Liverpool.
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