Liverpool ‘agreed deal to help Arne Slot’ with goodbyes even said before sacking

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Even in the hours before Slot’s dismissal at Anfield, the manager believes that Etienne Reijnen was joining from Feyenoord.The Reds announced the exit of Slot on Saturday afternoon, with Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola favourite to take over. Liverpool appeared to be closing in on the appointment of Reijnen, who worked with Slot at Feyenoord.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE!

Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageHe left his role with the Dutch Club earlier this month and reportedly told those close to him that he was preparing to move to a Premier League side. Liverpool reignited their interest after the coach had failed to secure a work permit when Slot first arrived at the club in 2024.The Telegraph reports that Reijnen had said his goodbyes to people in Rotterdam and was set to move to Anfield.

The Bournemouth assistant manager turned down the opportunity to become Bristol City manager this week, and is said to be carefully considering his next move.Bournemouth are keen to keep the coach to work under new boss Marco Rose, but The Telegraph reports that Iraola would want to bring him to Anfield if he is appointed as Liverpool boss.Speaking about the possible appointment of Iraola on TNT Sports, Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard said: “I think he’s done a fabulous job at Bournemouth. I think his style would suit Liverpool.