Next Liverpool manager: The favourites to replace Arne Slot
Liverpool is searching for a new manager following the dismissal of Arne Slot after just one year. Slot led the team to a Premier League title but faced a disappointing season, finishing fifth without any trophies. Andoni Iraola is currently the frontrunner to take over, with other candidates including Sebastian Hoeness and Pierre Sage.
- ▪Arne Slot has been sacked as Liverpool's head coach after a disappointing season.
- ▪Andoni Iraola is the favorite to replace him after a successful spell at Bournemouth.
- ▪Sebastian Hoeness and Pierre Sage are also in contention for the managerial position.
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