Roberto Martinez’s Liverpool FC snub explained
Roberto Martinez declined the opportunity to become Liverpool manager when he didn’t agree with the proposed management structure the club’s owners intend to put into place.
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Liverpool legend pleads to give Rodgers time
Former Liverpool captain John Barnes says new Reds boss Brendan Rodgers must be given time and patience by the Kop in order to bring success back to Anfield.
Thursday’s LFC Transfer Rumours: A striker, a winger and a playmaker
As the storm starts to calm over who will manage Liverpool next season, with Brendan Rodgers set to be unveiled at Anfield on Friday, all eyes turn to what could be a fascinating summer for Liverpool in the transfer market.
Swansea “gutted” to lose Rodgers
Swansea City skipper Garry Monk has expressed his disappointment in losing manager Brendan Rodgers to Liverpool.
Brendan Rodgers is the new Liverpool manager
Brendan Rodgers will be officially confirmed as the new manager of Liverpool Football Club in the next 24 hours.
Martinez talks continue – appointment imminent
Liverpool will hold further talks with Wigan boss Roberto Martinez over becoming the new gaffer at Anfield on Tuesday, Sky Sports report.
Van Gaal linked with LFC management role
Luis Van Gaal is reported to be wanted by FSG to become the club’s first “sporting director” under a new structure at LFC.
Rafa Benitez the clear fans’ choice for LFC
Opinion polls across all major Liverpool FC fans websites have revealed that former manager Rafa Benitez it the clear fans’ choice to fill the vacant hot seat at Anfield.
Can the Liverpool way be exercised in top-flight modern football?
This afternoon we asked Liverpool fans on Twitter whether the traditional Liverpool way can exist in the modern top-flight football.
David Dein “advising FSG and set to be appointed”
Former Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein has been advising Liverpool’s owners Fenway Sports Group in recent months and could be set to be at appointed at Anfield.
Ayre urges fans to get behind Fenway Sports Group
Liverpool Football Club Managing Director Ian Ayre says he understands why fans are naturally disappointed that Kenny Dalglish was sacked as club manager this week, but has urged fans to trust the owners in their next appointment.
LFC: Clarke stays, Chang joins, Rodgers says no
Liverpool have turned down Steve Clarke’s resignation, and appointed Jen Chang as head of communications, while Brendan Rodgers has turned down an approach.
Liverpool’s manager shortlist grows longer
Liverpool may be speaking to up to 12 candidates for the vacant manager’s position at Anfield according to reports today, with Wigan’s Roberto Martinez, former England boss Fabio Capello and ex-Barcelona star Pep Guardiola amongst the targets.
Liverpool approach Martinez, Villas-Boas and… Rafa Benitez?
Intermediaries acting on behalf of Liverpool for Fenway Sports Group have made approaches to Roberto Martinez, Andre Villas-Boas and former Reds boss Rafa Benitez, according to reports. All three could potentially be interviewed next week.
Roberto Martinez edges closer to becoming Liverpool boss
Wigan Athletic have agreed to let Liverpool speak to manager Roberto Martinez over the vacant manager’s position at Anfield.
Kenny Deserves A Better Send Off
“Kenny Dalgish leaving the club is disappointing. Unfortunately, it has happened, and it is better to move on and focus on the road ahead.”
Liverpool begin talks with André Villas-Boas
Liverpool Football Club have begun talks with Portuguese manager Andree Villas-Boas over potentially being appointed the new manager of the club, however it is understood several candidates are being contacted.
Hansen talks about “distraught” Dalglish
Former Liverpool defender and television football pundit Alan Hansen believes Kenny Dalglish will be “distraught” after the Reds legend was sacked as manager of the club yesterday.
Next LFC Boss: The 5 Candidates
So who is worthy of filling the boots of Kenny Dalglish, arguably Liverpool’s most adored player of all time and manager on two occasions? We take a look at the top five candidates for the Anfield hot seat…
LFC explain Dalglish sacking – search for new manager begins immediately
Liverpool FC have confirmed the departure of manager Kenny Dalglish, and explained that the search for a replacement will begin immediately.
Dalglish’s Liverpool future unclear
The Liverpool manager’s future remains uncertain after FSG failed to provide assurances over Kenny Dalglish’s job as LFC boss.
Speculation reaches fever pitch over Dalglish future
Liverpool have refused to confirm that Kenny Dalglish is still the manager of the club, according to ESPN.
Dalglish flies to Boston to discuss LFC future
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish and assistant Steve Clarke have flown to Boston to discuss the club’s future with owner John Henry and chairman Tom Werner.
Swansea 1-0 Liverpool – let the summer of rebuilding begin
Liverpool’s dire league campaign ended in a fitting way, going down 1-0 at Swansea City, who survived their first season in the Premier League.