Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as their new head coach after parting company with Arne Slot, the Premier League confirmed on Thursday, with the club releasing an official gallery to mark the transition.
The gallery, published on the Premier League’s official website, includes imagery of Iraola’s first interview in the role, the club’s formal appointment announcement, and Arne Slot’s farewell letter to Liverpool fans. The visual record signals that the handover is complete and that the club is moving swiftly into its next chapter.
Slot’s departure was confirmed in the same set of materials, with the gallery including a dedicated image of his farewell letter. The Dutchman’s tenure, which began with significant fanfare, has ended after a single season, with the club opting for a change in direction.
Iraola arrives from Bournemouth, where he built a reputation for structured, progressive football on a comparatively modest budget. His appointment represents a clear statement of intent from Liverpool’s hierarchy, who have moved quickly to secure a replacement rather than allow a prolonged vacancy.
The gallery also captures the broader context of a busy period across the Premier League, with images referencing Rasmus Hojlund’s departure from Manchester United to Napoli, Anthony Gordon’s move from Newcastle to Barcelona, and Leeds captain Ethan Ampadu signing a new four-year contract.
Liverpool are expected to make a formal club statement on Friday, with Iraola’s first press conference anticipated early next week. The squad returns to pre-season training on 7 July, giving the new head coach a narrow window to assess his options before the summer transfer window reaches its peak.
