Liverpool next manager LIVE: Andoni Iraola talks, Pierre Sage latest, Sebastian Hoeness verdict

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Today08:31 BSTAlisson 'makes' Liverpool decisionLast week the ECHO brought you the news that Liverpool expected to resist attempts by Juventus to sign Alisson Becker.And now according to ESPN Brazil, via Sport Witness, Alisson has decided to remain at Liverpool and see out his current contract, which runs until 2027.The report goes on to claim that the goalkeeper’s decision is unrelated to Arne Slot’s sacking over the weekend.It has been claimed that Juventus approached the Brazilian in April and presented him with a three-year contract proposal.(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Today07:20 BSTIsak boost for new bossAlexander Isak's impressive strike for Sweden last night ahead of the World Cup is something Liverpool fans only saw glimpses of under Arne Slot.But whoever the new Reds boss proves to be, they will be itching to see more of what the striker delivered for his country on Monday night, along with an injury free campaign.Isak is off to the World Cup later this month, and should it be Andoni Iraola that takes over at Anfield, he will be keeping a very close eye on last summer's marquee signing.Today07:17 BSTGood morning!Welcome to our coverage of Liverpool's managerial hunt on Tuesday, June 2.Stay tuned for updates around who will replace Arne Slot at Anfield.1st Jun23:00 BSTToday's coverage is now overThanks for joining us throughout the day! The Reds are looking for a new boss following the departure of Arne Slot from the Anfield dugout on Saturday.Slot left Liverpool with a Premier League title under his belt and guided the Reds to a fifth-place finish in his second season, which was enough to qualify for the Champions League.Liverpool are now searching for a replacement, with former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola the frontrunner for the job.Michael Owen is interviewed by Sky Sports reporter Matt Chapman(Image: Sky Sports / At The Races)1st Jun14:56 BSTLiverpool players had 'three Arne Slot complaints'Liverpool’s hierarchy started to have doubts about Arne Slot when he moved Dominik Szoboszlai to right-back following the season-ending injury of Conor Bradley, reports Connor O'Neill.That’s according to The Athletic, who are reporting that some members of the Reds' squad privately questioned the wisdom of moving the Hungary international.The report also claims that some members of the Liverpool squad felt that the new signings were given an easier ride and were more likely to retain their place if they under-performed.1st Jun13:42 BSTAndoni Iraola 'misses deadline to accept job'Andoni Iraola has missed the reported '24 hour deadline' set by Crystal Palace to accept the managerial position at Selhurst Park as Liverpool set up a meeting with the outgoing Bournemouth boss, reports Matty Hewitt.Reports claimed the 43-year-old had until the weekend to let Steve Parish and the Eagles know of his intentions, with Liverpool's Premier League rivals also keen on appointing him.1st Jun12:50 BSTLiverpool 'swap deal talks involving Curtis Jones'Liverpool are claimed to have floated the idea of signing Denzel Dumfries during talks that could have seen Curtis Jones move in the other direction to Inter Milan.

However, the Serie A giants are finding it difficult to match Liverpool's asking price for the midfielder, who has established himself as a regular starter after coming through the Anfield academy.(Image: Offside via Getty Images)1st Jun12:23 BSTArne Slot 'a potential candidate for AC Milan'Arne Slot has reportedly emerged as a potential candidate for AC Milan following his departure from Liverpool.According to the Daily Mail, the Italian side are considering an approach as they want a new manager after sacking Max Allegri who is expected to join Napoli.The report also goes on to claim that AC are also due to meet Oliver Glasner early this week as they continue due process.Liverpool sacked Arne Slot on Saturday(Image: Getty Images)Yan Diomande 'starting to lean towards' an offer from LiverpoolLiverpool have an advantage over Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande.That's according to Spanish publication Sport, who are reporting that the 19-year-old is 'starting to lean towards' an offer from the Reds.The report goes on to claim that RB Leipzig would need at least €100m and this is the starting price to start negotiations for a potential deal.Yan Diomande(Image: (Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images))1st Jun10:31 BST'A good season for Liverpool is challenging for the Premier League again'Emile Heskey believes a good season for Liverpool next season will see them challenging for the Premier League title.Speaking via Ladbrokes, Heskey said: “A good season for Liverpool is challenging for the Premier League again.“Because of the season they've just had, especially off the back of winning the league the year before, I think those fans need to see this team back challenging for the title again.“So for me, it's about pushing for the top two in the league. I'd like to think it's going to be a three, or maybe even four-way fight for the title next season.”Former Liverpool player Emile Heskey.(Image: Alex Livesey - Danehouse/Getty Images)1st Jun08:52 BSTLuis Enrique 'will remain at Paris Saint-Germain'According to The Times, Liverpool’s intelligence indicates that Luis Enrique will remain at Paris Saint-Germain.Enrique has found himself in the betting to be Reds’ next boss, but after guiding the French club to a second successive Champions League triumph, he is expected to stay at PSG.Speaking ahead of his side’s Champions League clash against Liverpool back in April, Enrique has revealed he once watched a Liverpool match from the Kop.He said: “Nice question.

I enjoyed it a lot.”Luis Enrique has been linked with the vacant Liverpool managers' job.(Image: Photo by Kevin Voigt/GettyImages)1st Jun08:02 BST Christian Chivu 'absolutely crazy' about Curtis JonesAway from the world of who will be the next Liverpool manager, Inter Milan manager Christian Chivu is ‘absolutely crazy’ about Curtis Jones.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, via Sport Witness, the Italian side are pushing hard to sign the midfielder this summer.The report also goes on to claim that Inter are more than keen to sign the ‘sharp-witted Englishman’, with Chivu ‘absolutely crazy’ about the midfielder.It is also claimed in the piece that Chivu thinks Jones is a ‘total’ player, and his squad doesn’t contain a player like him.Curtis Jones of Liverpool(Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)1st Jun07:13 BSTCrystal Palace 'exploring' Pierre Sage movePierre Sage has been linked with Liverpool in recent days - but Crystal Palace are now exploring a move for the highly-rated Lens manager.That’s according to talkSPORT, who are that Palace are looking at alternative targets after their hopes of landing Andoni Iraola faded.Iraola is the favourite to succeed Arne Slot and talks with the Spaniard are expected to take place this week.(Image: Getty Images)1st Jun06:31 BSTArne Slot open letterIn his final message to Liverpool fans after leaving the club, Arne Slot writes an open letter in the ECHO.The Dutchman writes: "You walk out under that famous sign in the Anfield tunnel, and you feel a mix of emotions."Responsibility, of course. It was not only a trophy, but a reward for the hard work, sacrifice and commitment shown by so many people throughout the club."Read Arne's letter in full here.1st Jun06:30 BSTGood MorningGood morning and welcome to the Liverpool ECHO’s live Liverpool next manager blog.We brought you the news yesterday that Liverpool are expected to begin formal talks with Iraola's representatives this week as they look to step up the search for Slot's successor.The club ideally wants to have the new manager in place before the World Cup begins on June 11 and has drawn up a shortlist which is believed to also include Sebastian Hoeness of Stuttgart and Pierre Sage of Lens.So stick with us for all the latest.31st May22:30 BSTVan Dijk message to SlotVirgil van Dijk was the first Liverpool player to send a message to Arhe Slot following the head coach's departure on Saturday.Van Dijk posted on Instagram:"We'll never forget winning the Premier League in our first season together.