Liverpool already have Richard Hughes' replacement lined up

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Hughes was the man who brought him to Bournemouth before leaving for Liverpool, and he later played a key role in appointing the Spaniard as Arne Slot's successor. Let's hope it's nothing personal.However, Reds need not worry.

According to The Athletic's James Pearce, the man who played a key role in bringing Iraola and his backroom staff to Liverpool is set to remain at Anfield. Assistant sporting director David Woodfine is increasingly expected to earn a promotion, putting him in charge of shaping Liverpool's squad and recruitment strategy for years to come.He previously held several senior recruitment roles at Liverpool between 2014 and 2023, including scouting and recruitment coordinator, head of football projects and scouting operations, and director of loan management.

That experience gives him an in-depth understanding of the club's recruitment model and what it takes to get a deal over the line.Work to do for WoodfineLiverpool's transfer window has been relatively quiet compared to last summer, with only Victor Muñoz and Jérémy Jacquet arriving to strengthen the first-team squad. The new sporting director will also be focused on building a team for the future, constructing a starting XI around the likes of Rio Ngumoha, Giovanni Leoni and the club's other emerging talents.Whoever is on the Liverpool shortlist, Hughes and Woodfine will have to work in a competitive market to bring the right type of player that is going to fit into the fast-paced, action packed football demanded on Merseyside.