When Richard Hughes will stop work as Liverpool’s sporting director with Al Hilal move ‘close’
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Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes is reportedly closing in on a move to Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal.Rumours that the Scotsman could jump ship one year before the end of his contract at Anfield have been rife for quite some time.And according to Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, an agreement is close to being reached which will see Hughes depart Liverpool following this summer’s transfer window. What are your thoughts on a possible return to Liverpool for Nunez?
He's leaving Al Hilal. Perhaps Andoni Iraola's chaotic style could get the best out of him… Getty Images/Michael Regan/Premier League Hughes will complete summer business for LiverpoolWhisperings over Hughes’ future, and that of FSG CEO of football Michael Edwards, have added to the feeling of uncertainty surrounding Liverpool in recent months.There is so much to do in the transfer market this summer, and the Reds could do with everyone fully on board and pulling in the same direction in that respect.After overseeing the hiring of Andoni Iraola – the man he also hired at Bournemouth three years ago – there had been a feeling that talk of Hughes leaving had possibly been overblown.READ MORE: Why Cody Gakpo is eyeing Liverpool exit with Aston Villa and Tottenham on alertPhoto by Robin Jones/Getty ImagesBut as Tavolieri reported on X on Sunday evening, the 46-year-old will likely leave the Reds once the summer is over, and will join Pro League club Al Hilal.“Richard Hughes close to Al Hilal!” he reported, while claiming an exclusive on the story.“Liverpool FC’s current sporting director is in advanced talks with Saudi officials to become Al Hilal’s new sporting director.“Saudi plan’s for Hughes is to let him work on the Reds’ next window before beginning a potential move.”Although Liverpool would possibly prefer to have Hughes see out his contract and leave in 2027, this will not be a surprise to them if it does happen, and you’d imagine they’d already have a succession plan lined up.
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