Richard Hughes might not officially start as Liverpool’s sporting director until June 1, but there will be plenty waiting for the Scot in his Anfield in-tray.
READ MORE: Richard Hughes has already advised Liverpool on huge transfers - and tried to appoint their potential next manager Though he won’t officially start in his new role until the summer, Hughes already has plenty to ponder ahead of taking over as the Reds’ sporting director. With that in mind, we take a look at his Anfield to-do list…With Klopp already confirmed to be stepping down as Liverpool manager in the summer, and adamant that his mind is not for changing, Hughes, will ultimately be responsible for identifying and recruiting the German’s successor.
You’d imagine such a search now steps up following Hughes’ appointment, rather than being put on hold until his official first day in the summer. But whether he revisits previous acquaintances when choosing Klopp’s successor, only time will tell.Of course, it’s not just Klopp who will need replacing at Liverpool, with the majority of his backroom staff also confirmed to be leaving at the end of the season.
Admittedly, Liverpool might not need to undergo the busiest of summer transfer windows prior to any possible exits. The emergence of Conor Bradley and Jarell Quansah from the club’s academy have lessened the need for a new right-back and centre-back for example.
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