New Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola vows to embrace Anfield ‘magic’

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13 Jul 2026 • 7:35 PM MYT
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New Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola vows to embrace Anfield ‘magic’

  • Andoni Iraola held his first press conference as Liverpool manager, stating his desire to add more players to the squad as quickly as possible after recent high-profile departures and changes behind the scenes at Anfield.
  • He confirmed that the club is actively working on new signings, acknowledging his preference for players to be available from the start of pre-season training, with Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate all having left the club, while transfer guru Michael Edwards has also moved on.
  • Iraola indicated that Harvey Elliott, returning from a challenging loan spell, will be given a chance to impress and integrate into his plans for the upcoming season.
  • The new manager expressed his intention to embrace the “magic” of being Liverpool's head coach, acknowledging the immense scale of the role while vowing to remain true to himself and explore the city.
  • He outlined his vision for the team, aiming to create a side that is hard-working, intense, and aggressive, fostering a strong connection and sense of pride among the supporters.

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