Richard Hughes has left Liverpool. Who will replace him?
“Liverpool are searching for their fifth sporting director since 2022. Last weekend brought official confirmation of Richard Hughes’ departure, with the Scotsman taking head of scouting operations Craig McKee and head of technical scouting Mark Burchill with him to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal. It’s a period of sweeping changes for Liverpool. The appointment of head coach Andoni Iraola in June as Arne Slot’s successor was followed by Michael Edwards stepping down as Fenway Sports Group’s CEO of football. Edwards had grown frustrated with FSG’s reluctance to embark on a multi-club model — a commitment which had been key to him returning to the fold in 2024. …”
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Liverpool’s hunt for a new sporting director: Julian Ward and the standout internal options
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“Welcome to week three of The Athletic’s Premier League performance table — a ranking system that really does not appreciate tightly-contested matches. In case you missed 
“THE first ‘big six’ clash of the season saw two clubs with a 100% record come face-to-face. Arsenal played host to Chelsea at the Emirates but the hosts received a shock in the first minute when Morgan Rogers netted his second goal since arriving from Aston Villa. Former Chelsea man Kai Havertz scored the equaliser in the 25th minute with a shot that goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez should probably have stopped and the game was clinched by Martin Ødegaard in the 50th. Arsenal showed they are out to retain their title and Chelsea suggested they are a better equipped side than last season, but they are still some way from being contenders. Manchester City also have a 100% record after beating Coventry City with a goal from Erling Haaland. Liverpool secured their first win under new manager Andoni Iraola as they beat Ipswich Town at Portman Road (pictured). …”
Torino’s Nikola Vlasic equalises from the spot against Inter Milan in Serie A
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