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Chelsea blasted Enzo Maresca's departure to Manchester City as disruptive and claimed terms allowed the exit, with a reported $22.5 million fee; Maresca apologized, saying the decision was his alone and he is excited to join City, while Chelsea's new boss Xabi Alonso faced the fallout.
Enzo Maresca has been appointed Manchester City's new head coach on a three-year deal, with a compensation package to Chelsea reportedly around £17m; Maresca resigned from Chelsea in January after a poor run, and apologised for the disruption as he moves to City to replace Pep Guardiola.
Manchester City have agreed a club-record deal to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest, reportedly around £116m (some sources say up to £130m) and subject to a medical. The 23-year-old has made 88 appearances for Forest since a £35m move from Newcastle in 2024, helping them finish seventh in 2024-25 and reach the Europa League semi-finals; Forest had previously rejected earlier offers and City’s third bid has completed the move.
Liverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as head coach to revive a flagging attack, with eight Athletic writers weighing in on the gamble: his Bournemouth-era pressing and front-foot style could re-energize Anfield, but the jump to a club of Liverpool’s stature, a tight calendar, and a need for major squad reshaping mean patience and smart signings will be essential for success.
Tottenham have reportedly agreed to sign Andy Robertson as a free agent after his Liverpool contract ends, with the move to be officially completed once the transfer window opens. The club’s materials praise Robertson’s leadership and technical quality, and he could vie with Destiny Udogie for the left-back spot, noting Robertson’s long-standing Spurs connections dating back to Hull City.
New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola arrives amid caution from Arne Slot that opponents will adapt to his high-pressing style, raising questions about how his approach fits a bigger, more diverse squad and whether he can balance pressing with ball control and set-piece threats in the Premier League.
Basque coach Andoni Iraola has been named Liverpool’s manager for the 2026-27 season, succeeding Arne Slot. He emphasizes football as emotion and passion and vows to prove himself quickly while aiming to win titles with top players. Having faced Liverpool seven times with Bournemouth, he brings familiarity with the club’s culture and signals his intent to apply his ideas on transitions and scoring from turnovers, backed by Bournemouth’s 18-match unbeaten run that helped secure Europa League football. The first part of his interview is available on the club’s AllRed platform.
Liverpool appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year deal through 2027/28 to replace Arne Slot, aiming to implement a high-pressing, attacking style and pursue titles, bringing his Bournemouth backroom staff and relying on his Premier League track record.
Liverpool appoint Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year contract after sacking Arne Slot; the Spaniard, who guided Bournemouth to a club-best sixth place and Europa League qualification, promises an attacking, front-foot style and is expected to bring Bournemouth assistants Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper to Anfield as part of his staff. Liverpool finished the season on 60 points, their lowest tally since 2015-16, and will look to challenge for titles under Iraola.
Liverpool have named Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year contract to replace Arne Slot, arriving after success with Bournemouth and signaling a front-foot, high-pressing style. The Spaniard will begin ahead of the 2026-27 season, with potential backroom staff additions from Bournemouth and recruitment led by sporting director Richard Hughes as the club rebuilds after a trophyless 2025-26 campaign.
Andoni Iraola is emerging as Liverpool’s likely new manager, with fans and pundits optimistic about a fresh, front-foot project to revive attacking football after a disappointing season, though some caution ongoing uncertainties and the challenge of delivering European success.
Liverpool have reportedly reached terms with Andoni Iraola to become manager, as they begin assembling a largely new backroom staff, with assistants Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper set to join; Thiago Alcantara and James Milner are among names linked to Iraola's coaching team as the rest of the staff is finalized.
Liverpool have agreed a two-year contract with Andoni Iraola to become head coach, with an official unveiling expected this week. He is set to bring Bournemouth aides into his staff, including Tommy Elphick, Shaun Cooper, and others, and there is talk of ex-player Thiago Alcantara joining. The deal mirrors his Bournemouth arrangement in terms of length.
Liverpool have opened formal talks with Andoni Iraola to become their next head coach, with sporting director Richard Hughes leading the discussions. Iraola is seen as the frontrunner after Arne Slot's sacking, thanks to his high-pressing, front-foot style developed at Bournemouth, and Liverpool will discuss staff and any remaining gaps before a potential appointment.
Italy international Riccardo Calafiori took center stage on Arsenal’s open-top bus, leading chants as the Gunners celebrated their first Premier League title in 22 years. He made 36 appearances with one goal and three assists that season, while Arsenal’s hopes for a Double were dashed by a 1-1 penalty-shootout defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final.