Liverpool news and transfers LIVE: Andoni Iraola confirmed, Rio Ngumoha wanted, Diomande move

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He has also been linked with taking over the Netherlands' head coach after the World Cup.Kieran McKenna and Pierre Sage have also been linked with the job in West London, with Silva departing after five years.Arne Slot is out of work after being fired by Liverpool.(Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)Today16:45 BSTPremier League fixture release dateThe new Premier League season will kick off on the weekend of August 22 and 23, with Andoni Iraola having fewer than 80 days to get his Liverpool side into top shape.In that time, the Reds will have to get plenty done in the transfer market and on the training field, while there is also a World Cup to be played, in which lots of Liverpool stars will feature.There are just 33 days between the World Cup final and the start of the new season, which has been pushed back a week to allow some additional recovery time.Ahead of the 2026/27 season, the Premier League will reveal the provisional order of fixtures on Friday, June 19. Last month, he was included in Carlo Ancelotti's final 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.Liverpool is in the market for a new wide forward following Mohamed Salah's departure at the end of last season, and the Reds are said to admire Rayan.However, it is reported by The I Paper that Rayan is unlikely to be targeted this summer, with a Liverpool swoop not expected until January at the earliest.Today15:06 BSTWhen Iraola will hold first press conferenceAndoni Iraola will not hold a press conference until pre-season begins with Liverpool later in the summer.Iraola was confirmed as Liverpool's new head coach on Thursday following the dismissal of Arne Slot last weekend, with negotiations having gone smoothly in recent days.Liverpool quickly settled on Iraola as its preferred target to replace Slot, and no other candidate was interviewed for the position.Iraola flew into Liverpool from San Sebastian on a private jet on Thursday morning to put the finishing touches on the deal, and after spending a few hours at the AXA Training Center, he returned to San Sebastian.While some managers conduct press conferences immediately after arriving at a new club, that will not be the case with Iraola, who will enjoy some time off before getting down to business in a few weeks' time.Today13:32 BSTTottenham confirms Robertson signingTottenham has confirmed the signing of former Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson.The left-back was heavily linked with the north London club, having come close to signing for them back in January, and he will now complete his move to Spurs following his involvement at this summer's World Cup.Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi said about the signing:Andy is someone I've admired for a number of years and he will bring outstanding technical qualities, experience, leadership and mentality to our team.He is a proven winner at the highest level over a long period and is someone who can be a big player for us, both on and off the pitch.I can't wait to start working with him and seeing the positive impact he will have on everyone around him.Andy Robertson waves goodbye after playing his final match for Liverpool against Brentford at Anfield on May 24 2026(Image: Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty Images)Today13:05 BSTLiverpool 'prepared' to sell SzoboszlaiReports on social media are claiming that Liverpool could be prepared to sell Dominik Szoboszlai if talks over a new contract don't progress.The claims, which Caught Offside are carrying, are that Liverpool is in discussions with the midfielder as they look to avoid a similar situation to Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ibrahima Konate.It's suggested the Reds are taking a more proactive approach this time, and with two years remaining on Szoboszlai's contract, they're not willing to let it run down, and could be prepared to sell him this summer.That prospect seems highly unlikely during a window when a new midfielder is likely to be a priority, and after a season when Szoboszlai has been voted as the club's player of the year.(Image: Getty)Today11:19 BSTMateus Fernandes move weighed upLiverpool is weighing up a move for Mateus Fernandes, according to TeamTalk.The Portuguese midfielder is said to be the subject of serious interest from several top clubs across Europe, and it's claimed he has been told by West Ham that he will be sold following the club's relegation from the Premier League.Manchester United and Arsenal have both made contact, while PSG is said to have registered an interest.

Liverpool, meanwhile, is claimed to be keeping a close eye on the situation.(Image: Kevin Hodgson/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Today10:34 BSTRio Ngumoha nominated for awardRio Ngumoha has been shortlisted for the 2026 PFA Young Player of the Year award.The 17-year-old has enjoyed a breakthrough season at Anfield, having made 29 appearances and scored twice.He's up against Manchester City's Rayan Cherki and Nico O'Reilly, Arsenal's Max Dowman, Bournemouth's Eli Junio Kroupi and Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo for the award, with the winner announced on August 25.(Image: Getty Images)Today10:00 BSTLiverpool joins race for Fernandez-PardoLiverpool has joined the race for Lille star Matias Fernandez-Pardo, according to French outlet Foot Mercato.The 21-year-old forward is said to be valued at around $81M, and will be in action at this summer's World Cup for Belgium.Manchester United and Manchester City have both been linked with his services, while Italian side Como has also been touted. Liverpool is now claimed to be in the mix, along with Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.Matias Fernandez-Pardo of LilleToday09:25 BSTBarcola move expectedFabrizio Romano has insisted that "movements are expected" around Bradley Barcola this summer.Liverpool is said to be among the clubs keen on the PSG winger, along with Arsenal and another unnamed club.Bradley Barcola is a potential transfer target for Liverpool this summer(Image: Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Today08:51 BSTYan Diomande contactLiverpool has stepped up its efforts to sign Yan Diomande, with The Athletic's David Ornstein revealing that contact has been made with RB Leipzig.The Reds are said to be in the strongest position on the player's side if Diomande moves this summer, while PSG's interest remains firm but less advanced.Leipzig though is determined not to sell the 19-year-old.Yan Diomande of RB Leipzig.(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Today08:13 BSTIraola's first wordsAndoni Iraola has been officially confirmed as Liverpool's new head coach, with the 43-year-old unveiled as Arne Slot's successor on Thursday.Speaking to the club's media after his unveiling, Iraola said.Really excited, really excited.

Because obviously you know about Liverpool, you know that it’s a big club, a massive club, one of the biggest in the world.But feeling inside and understanding a little bit more of this club, I always thought it’s a special club. So, really excited to start.Andoni Iraola has excited Liverpool fans after being announced as the new head coach.(Image: 2026 Liverpool FC)Today08:09 BSTWelcomeHello Liverpool fans, and welcome to our live updates as we bring you all the latest transfer news and rumors this summer.The Andoni Iraola era has officially begun at Anfield, and the Reds' new boss will be eyeing up some new faces alongside sporting director Richard Hughes...