Liverpool news as Arne Slot 'replacement' lined up and transfer talks happen
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCLiverpool is reportedly considering its managerial options this summer as Arne Slot's future remains uncertain, with Andoni Iraola linked as a potential replacementArne Slot is under pressure at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Arne Slot's position at Liverpool appears increasingly uncertain amid the latest reports surrounding the Dutchman's future.The Reds manager oversaw a dismal defense of their Premier League crown, with the club finishing fifth on 60 points — 24 fewer than the previous season. Pressure mounted relentlessly on Slot throughout the campaign, yet reports suggested that club owner Fenway Sports Group (FSG) remains firmly behind the title-winning manager.The 47-year-old has already turned his attention to summer planning, highlighting the need for a new winger following Mohamed Salah's departure.
However, this has done little to quell speculation over the Reds exploring the managerial market, while a key first-team figure is reportedly eyeing a move away from Merseyside.Here, Liverpool.com rounds up the latest news from Anfield...Reds 'make move'Slot has just one year remaining on his Liverpool contract, but he may not see it out after it emerged that the Reds have made an approach to recruit Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, according to Sky Sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.The Reds are understood to be weighing up their managerial options, and with interest in the Spaniard reportedly gathering pace, it promises to be a fascinating summer at Anfield.Andoni Iraola is leaving Bournemouth(Image: Getty Images)Iraola, 43, has reportedly attracted interest from AC Milan as a potential successor to Max Allegri.Sky Sports Italy is reporting that, alongside Liverpool, the manager has also caught the eye of Bayer Leverkusen and Crystal Palace.Di Marzio suggested that any discussions surrounding Iraola would be geared toward the future rather than an immediate appointment.But Liverpool risks losing out on the manager if it decides to give Slot more time to turn things around.Transfer talksWith Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson both heading for the Anfield exit door, the club could reportedly also be preparing to part ways with academy product Curtis Jones.According to Di Marzio, the Reds' sporting director Richard Hughes traveled to Monte Carlo on Tuesday to hold talks with Inter counterpart Piero Ausilio regarding a potential transfer.The Italian team was reportedly keen on the 25-year-old during the January transfer window, before Slot blocked the Liverpool-born midfielder's departure.Jones has just one year remaining on his contract and is said to be "prioritizing" a move to Milan, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, which would bring the curtain down on his 16-year association with the club.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Arne SlotAFC BournemouthLiverpool FCRichard HughesTransfersCurtis Jones