Liverpool process to appoint Arne Slot replacement already under way after brutal firing

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesArne SlotLiverpool is on the lookout for a new head coach after Arne Slot was fired after two years in charge following an end-of-season reviewAndoni Iraola is among the contenders to succeed Arne Slot(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool's process to appoint Arne Slot's replacement is already under way after the Dutchman was fired following an end-of-season review.Slot presided over a disappointing 2025-26 season at Liverpool, which saw the team finish 25 points behind Arsenal and also fail to make it past the quarter-final in any of the cup competitions.Andoni Iraola is reported to be the main favorite to take over from Slot, but Liverpool will not rush the decision and will take the next few days to refine its shortlist of candidates.Liverpool fired Slot largely because the club feels as though a shift in the club's style of play is required in order to bounce back from this season's poor campaign.Many Reds fans were left frustrated by the team's performances this term and a perceived passive approach, and the club intends to hire a replacement who implements a more aggressive and front-foot style.There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Liverpool.com will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story as they happen.Follow @‌Liverpoolcom_ : The official Liverpool.com account for all the latest sports news as it happens in real time.Follow us on Facebook or visit Liverpool.com homepage.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Arne SlotLiverpool FC