Liverpool dealt shock blow as transfer chief Michael Edwards QUITS senior FSG job

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SportFootballMichael Edwards made a second return to Liverpool when he took on a senior role with FSG but has now opted to leave his job in what is a shock for the Premier League sideMichael Edwards has quit his role as chief executive officer of football for Fenway Sports Group - leaving Liverpool in the lurch.He grew frustrated at FSG’s lack of progress in acquiring a second European team, which Edwards to first signal his intention to move on last autumn. He has now given his resignation and departs two years into a three-year contract with the organisation.FSG president Mike Gordon will now assume more day-to-day control of Liverpool after the failed to persuade Edwards to stay.Liverpool's sporting director Richard Hughes is currently discussing a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, leading to a major sense of uncertainty among the Anfield hierarchy.Hughes’ contract is due to expire in the summer of 2027 and he has only just appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach after Arne Slot’s dismissal at the end of May.There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.

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