Liverpool have named Andoni Iraola as their new manager on a reported two-year contract. The former Bournemouth boss replaces Arne Slot, who left the club on Saturday after a fifth-place finish.
Iraola guided Bournemouth to sixth place and Europa League qualification last season. He spoke to LiverpoolFC.com about his excitement, calling the club one of the biggest in the world and praising its atmosphere and supporters. The appointment follows a strong second year at Bournemouth for the 43-year-old Spaniard. Despite key player sales, his side achieved an 18-match unbeaten league run, the longest in the Premier League during 2025/26. Iraola is expected to bring a high-tempo, attacking style to Anfield. His first match in charge is a pre-season friendly against Sunderland in Nashville on July 25. Former Bournemouth players including Antoine Semenyo and Tyler Adams praised Iraola's influence, with Semenyo crediting him for allowing creative freedom on the pitch.