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Gian Piero Gasperini could emerge as a surprise contender for the Liverpool manager's job following the Reds' exit from the Europa League.

Edwards has been tempted back to Liverpool with the promise that he will have total control in the transfer market, having ended his first spell in 2022 as Klopp increased his power over recruitment.

In that sense, Gasperini would be the perfect candidate, with the Italian focusing on coaching!

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“[Gian Piero] Gasperini is not involved in any of the players,” Congerton told the Daily Telegraph.

And it appears that Gasperini would welcome an approach, having addressed the links with the Liverpool job before the second leg.

"Of course I am happy with links to Liverpool job to replace Klopp but my focus is on the game.

I expect the best Liverpool possible, with a team that will come here to play for all their chances, we will have to play a great match to get a result."

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