Liverpool are searching for a new manager after sacking Arne Slot following a disastrous Premier League title defence. The Dutch coach failed to survive a turbulent season at Anfield, with the club acting quickly since the end of the campaign.
With Slot ruthlessly dismissed, one parting gift was that the new coach will have Champions League football. The Dutchman was able to navigate a testing finale to hold onto a top-five finish, though they fell 24 points short of their title-winning peak.
Ultimately, the Reds decided the team needed to evolve and made what is understood to be an extremely difficult decision, with a debt of gratitude for delivering a Premier League title just 12 months ago.
Contenders for the Liverpool Job
Andoni Iraola
A wonderful job at Bournemouth, clinching Europa League football with a sixth-place finish off the back of a remarkable 18-game unbeaten streak to conclude the season. Iraola also adapted to key exits last summer, with the Spanish boss now eager to try a new challenge. Liverpool could offer a step up for Iraola, who could bring a new look to Anfield with his tactical versatility.
Sebastian Hoeness
The Stuttgart boss has quickly become one of the most highly-rated coaches in Europe. Fourth place in the Bundesliga confirmed Champions League qualification. The credentials are there from a football philosophy point of view, with possession highly coveted, though some may draw comparisons with his emphasis on pressing, too, or the 'heavy metal' style likely to be appreciated at Anfield.
Julian Nagelsmann
Occupied with Germany at the World Cup, but a manager at just 38 years old who has immense experience and a clear identity. Long since linked with Premier League jobs, could Liverpool be the right fit now after Germany's involvement in USA, Canada and Mexico?
Jurgen Klopp
Still a premature time to make his triumphant return, presumably, but Klopp would create immense excitement and allow fans to dream of an immediate return to contention for the top prizes.
Steven Gerrard
Could the Reds opt for their legendary ex-captain to rally the club? Gerrard has been without a club since leaving Al-Ettifaq last year and is short of credentials as a manager, though his aura around Anfield could inspire the change required after the malaise under Slot.
Next Liverpool Manager Odds
- Andoni Iraola - 6/4
- Sebastian Hoeness - 4/1
- Julian Nagelsmann - 13/2
- Luis Enrique - 8/1
- Oliver Glasner - 9/1
- Jurgen Klopp - 9/1
- Unai Emery - 11/1
- Steven Gerrard - 12/1
