Andoni Iraola reveals blunt reality check from Liverpool owners after signing contract

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"I feel like I have a lot of things to prove in terms of I've never coached a club as big as Liverpool", said the Spaniard. So, I've experienced this kind of change of goals or coaching in a bigger club."And there is always a time where I say, "You have to prove that you belong".

That I have the level to stay here."That I have the level to coach Liverpool, and that's my challenge short term. I trust myself a lot, and I think I'm ready for the challenge that I know is very big."Andoni Iraola has only signed a two year deal at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Iraola is aware there is plenty of work to be done to restore Liverpool to their former heights following a disappointing season that resulted in Slot’s dismissal, with key figures including Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson also leaving the club.He added: "When I came here, the owners told me everything is not perfect.

We have seen a lot of managers who have long contracts, and because they club doesn't want, because they don't want, because.. at the end when you are a player the contract is very important."When you are a manager I feel... you know, if they sack you it will be better because they will pay you a little bit more, or if I haven't worked also it's like... if you're happy I am happy don't worry, I hope I'm going to stay here two years or a lot more years, it will mean I have done a very good job. But I feel we have to earn it.