Liverpool news and transfers LIVE: Andoni Iraola deal, Yan Diomande boost, Konate to Real Madrid

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Today07:44 BSTAndoni Iraola agreementLiverpool has reached a verbal agreement with Andoni Iraola to become the club's new head coach, according to The Athletic.The 43-year-old is set to sign a two-year contract, with Liverpool planning to present him by the end of the week.As part of his arrival, Iraola wants to bring Pablo de la Torre, Tommy Elphick, Shaun Cooper and Tom Webber onto his staff.Andoni Iraola looks set to replace Arne Slot at Liverpool.(Image: NurPhoto, NurPhoto via Getty Images)Today07:41 BSTWelcomeHello Liverpool fans, and welcome to our live updates as we bring you all the latest news and transfer gossip.The Reds look to be closing in on their new manager, with an agreement in place for Andoni Iraola - we'll bring you all the latest on that and more throughout the day, so stick with us...