🇿🇼NewsDay Zimbabwe·5 hours ago
Iraola ready for Liverpool challenge after signing two-year deal
Andoni Iraola, 43, has been confirmed as Liverpool's new head coach, signing a two-year deal to replace Arne Slot. Iraola expressed his excitement about joining Liverpool, calling it a "massive club" and one of the biggest in the world. He stated that coaching top players at Liverpool provides the opportunity to compete for titles and that he is ready for the challenge, understanding what is expected of him. Iraola previously managed Bournemouth, guiding them to a sixth-place finish in the Premier League, just one position and three points behind Liverpool, securing a spot in next season's Europa League. Liverpool, despite finishing 25 points behind winners Arsenal, qualified for next season's Champions League. Iraola is reportedly keen to bring his former assistants from Bournemouth, Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper, to his coaching staff. He recalled the atmosphere at Anfield during a past match, expressing his desire to experience it from the home side and to quickly earn his place within the club's celebrations.