Liverpool confirm Andoni Iraola as club plot move for PSG star wanted by Arsenal

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Liverpool confirmed Iraola’s arrival on Thursday (Picture: Getty) Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of Andoni Iraola as their new head coach. After a thoroughly underwhelming 2025-26 season, Liverpool moved quickly to bring in the man who established himself as one of the best coaches in the Premier League last season, guiding the Cherries to European football with an attractive style and established football philosophy. ‘I think Liverpool gives me the chance to coach top players, and top players give you the chance to fight for titles.

But it’s true that I understand where I’m coming and what is expected. I’m ready for the challenge,’ Iraola said. ‘At the beginning when you arrive at any club, I think you need to kind of prove a little bit yourself.

You need to earn the right also to belong. ‘I want to do this as quickly as possible so I can also celebrate with them (fans) and I can be part properly of those celebrations. ‘It matters a lot to everyone. Iraola replaces Arne Slot on Merseyside (Picture: Getty) ‘I would love from my side and the players’ side (that) those people identify with the football, the values of the squad. ‘I can only say I want to earn the right to be one of you so we can enjoy it all together.’ Liverpool spent an unprecedented £450million in the transfer market last summer but the squad is in need of some repair if they are to challenge for the title again.