Liverpool open talks with Andoni Iraola over becoming head coach

Liverpool have opened formal talks with Spanish coach Andoni Iraola to succeed Arne Slot as head coach, with Iraola identified as the clear frontrunner for the Anfield vacancy. Slot was sacked on Saturday after his second season in charge was deemed to lack the front-footed, aggressive style of play the club desires. Liverpool are aiming to complete the appointment before the start of the World Cup.