Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of Richard Hughes as their new sporting director from the end of this season. The Athletic reported earlier this month that Hughes was set to move to Liverpool following leaving his position as Bournemouth’s technical director at the end of the season. Michael Edwards, Liverpool’s CEO of football, has had a longstanding desire to work with Hughes and held him in high esteem. Edwards and Hughes have a professional and personal relationship spanning over 20 years since their time together at Portsmouth.
Hughes’ appointment comes at a crucial time for Liverpool, as they are in the midst of a huge transition following manager Jurgen
