"Expected to be..." - David Ornstein has dropped massive off-field news at Liverpool

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Liverpool look set to appoint Julian Ward as their new sporting director after the departure of Richard Hughes, according to reliable journalist David Ornstein. Hughes has left for Saudi Arabia, following a divisive spell in the role that saw huge money spent last summer, sending a goodbye message to the club earlier this month: “First and foremost, I would like to reiterate what I said upon my arrival – it has been a source of great pride to have been given the opportunity to serve this incredible and unique institution.

“My appreciation extends to ownership for their support and leadership, to club staff at all levels who give so much to make Liverpool FC what it is, to the players who make such an enormous contribution and to the fans who support the team in great numbers whenever and wherever games take place. “I’ll always follow and support the club with great affection, and I wish everyone involved nothing but success for this season and beyond.” Writing on X, Ornstein dropped the news that Ward is now expected to return as Liverpool’s sporting director for a second stint: “Julian Ward expected to be appointed Liverpool sporting director.

45yo Englishman preferred option to succeed Richard Hughes & become most senior LFC sporting executive; ownership-led process not closed but now drawing towards conclusion.” More to follow… Henry is an experienced football writer with a huge passion and knowledge of Liverpool. He has accumulated over 30,000 followers on Twitter/X.