After a season that saw Liverpool lose 20 matches in all competitions, the club fired manager Arne Slot on Saturday and is now set to open formal talks with former Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola this week.

Slot’s 20‑Match Losing Streak Ends Liverpool’s Title‑Winning Momentum

According to the source,Slot’s dismissal followed a disastrous campaign that saw Liverpool fall from Premier League champions to a team struggling for consistency. The report notes that the club’s 20 defeats across all competitions were the main catalyst for the board’s decision.

Stars Pay Tribute While Salah Remains Silent

Several Liverpool stars, including Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, and Alexis Mac Allister , posted heartfelt messages thanking Slot for his work, as reported. In contrast, Mohamed Salah, a frequent critic of Slot, did not post any remarks, a detail highlighted by the source.

Iraola, Bournemouth’s “Speedy” Coach, Is the Prime Target

The report says that Iraola, who led Bournemouth to a sixth‑place Premier League finish and a Europa League spot, is Liverpool’s top target. It adds that he has also spoken with AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen, and that the 43‑year‑old is keen on the Anfield job.

What’s Still Unknown About the Transition?

While the source confirms that Liverpool will formalise talks with Iraola in the coming days , it leaves unanswered whether the club has already identified a backup plan or how the players will react to a potential change in playing style . The report also does not disclose the financial terms of any potential offer to Iraola.