Michael Edwards quits FSG as Liverpool makes decision on his replacement

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool are facing a major behind-the-scenes shake-up as Michael Edwards leaves his role at Fenway Sports Group, with the club deciding whether or not to replace himMichael Edwards has stepped down from his role at FSG(Image: Getty Images)Michael Edwards has stepped down from his role as Fenway Sports Group’s CEO of football after deciding to leave the organisation.The former Liverpool sporting director has completed his notice period and departs with one year remaining on the contract he signed after returning to FSG in 2024. Edwards informed FSG’s hierarchy of his decision last autumn, with the ownership group not expected to appoint a direct replacement.

Instead, FSG president Mike Gordon is set to take back responsibility for overseeing the club’s football operations.Edwards first arrived at Liverpool from Tottenham Hotspur in November 2011 as head of performance analysis before quickly rising through the club's football hierarchy. He went on to become director of technical performance, then technical director, before being appointed sporting director in 2016.During his time in the role, Edwards built a reputation as a smart negotiator and played a key part in Liverpool's recruitment strategy.

His successful partnership with Jurgen Klopp helped assemble a squad that lifted the Champions League trophy in 2019 before ending the club's 30-year wait for a league title with Premier League success in 2020.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.