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Liverpool agrees deal with Iraola

Liverpool has agreed a deal in principle with Andoni Iraola to become the new head coach on a two-year contract.

Spanish manager Andoni Iraola is set to be confirmed as Liverpool's new head coach after agreeing a deal in principle to succeed Arne Slot. The negotiations have progressed quickly, with Iraola expected to sign a two-year contract at Anfield. rouesnews.click

Assistants Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper will also join the Liverpool coaching staff. Iraola, who has favored short-term deals throughout his coaching career, was in talks with Liverpool's sporting director, Richard Hughes, after Slot's dismissal on Saturday.