The anticipation was high as Liverpool prepared for their upcoming away match in the Premier League. However, amidst the excitement, there was also a major development in their pursuit of the next manager.
According to Sky Sports’ Melissa Reddy, Liverpool is nearing an agreement with Feyenoord for the release of their manager, Arne Slot. The compensation for his transfer is expected to be £9.85 million, an increase from Liverpool’s initial offer of £7.7 million. This news suggests that Slot could be announced as the new Liverpool manager as early as this weekend.
The Mail claims that Feyenoord is likely to confirm their agreement before Liverpool makes an official announcement. Slot, who is 45 years old, is also planning to bring assistant manager Sipke Hulshoff and head of performance Ruben Peeters with him to Merseyside. This would require further negotiations between the two clubs.
In the Eredivisie, Feyenoord secured their place in next season’s Champions League by defeating Go Ahead Eagles 3-1. Interestingly, former Liverpool winger Bobby Adekanye played a part in the opposition’s goal.
In other news, Kieran Morrison, a 17-year-old winger who has already trained with Liverpool’s first team, has signed his first professional contract. This showcases the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent.
Liverpool coach Jay Spearing has expressed his support for the appointment of Arne Slot, stating that he believes Slot can handle the demands of a big club like Liverpool.
Turning to the Premier League as a whole, chief Richard Masters has claimed that Manchester City’s 115 charges will be resolved in the near future. However, there are doubts about whether this resolution will have any significant impact.
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Ajax, banned three journalists from asking questions in his press conference due to his frustration over the reaction to their recent performance against Coventry.
Meanwhile, Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has a £100 million release clause, which has been confirmed by manager Eddie Howe. However, this release clause will only become active in June.
For those looking for some interesting football content, an article featuring a conversation with Dutch football expert Arthur Renard about Arne Slot and his potential impact at Liverpool is worth checking out. Additionally, the match of the night in LaLiga is between Real Sociedad and Real Madrid, airing on ITV4 in the UK at 8pm.
Overall, it’s an exciting time for Liverpool as they approach a crucial Premier League clash and make progress in their pursuit of a new manager. The upcoming announcement regarding Arne Slot’s appointment will undoubtedly generate further excitement and speculation among fans.