Liverpool parts ways with Slot; Iraola poised to take over
TL;DR
Liverpool has fired Arne Slot after a turbulent 2025-26 season, despite an earlier Premier League title, and Andoni Iraola is set to replace him. The club issued a statement praising Slot’s work, while Iraola—who leaves Bournemouth after guiding them to sixth place, three points behind Liverpool—is the frontrunner to take the helm at Anfield.
- Arne Slot Fired as Liverpool Manager, Andoni Iraola 'Clear Favorite' As Replacement Bleacher Report
- Andoni Iraola the frontrunner to succeed Slot as Liverpool boss - sources ESPN
- Liverpool FC statement Liverpool FC
- Arne Slot sacked: Why did Liverpool call time on head coach? BBC
- Slot’s meek exit suggests Liverpool need a manager with a force like Klopp - The Athletic The New York Times
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