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Andoni Iraola

Andoni Iraola — Liverpool manager appointed to replace Arne Slot, former Bournemouth boss making Premier League debut at Newcastle.

2026-05-022026-08-05

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    His Ghana debut followed in June 2022, and Semenyo eventually earned his move to the Premier League, blossoming into one of its most potent wingers under Andoni Iraola.

    Antoine Semenyo, Ghana's World Cup star who defied rejection
  3. Citizen Digital

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    Guardiola's Premier League legacy carried forward by Spanish coaches
  4. Citizen Digital

    Rayan and David Brooks hit the post as Bournemouth should have secured victory in Andoni Iraola's final home game in charge.

    Arsenal win Premier League after Man City held by Bournemouth
  5. Citizen Digital

    Outgoing Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann have been linked as potential candidates, but Carrick has made himself the frontrunner.

    Three talking points from the Premier League
  6. Citizen Digital

    "I kind of understand what it brings, and to be sat in this position is a good position." Carrick is now the frontrunner to land the job on a permanent basis, although United have also been linked to outgoing Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann.

    Man Utd job feels 'natural' to Carrick
  7. Citizen Digital

    You've got everything you could want." Chelsea have been linked with Bournemouth's outgoing boss Andoni Iraola, Fulham manager Marco Silva and former Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso, among others.

    McFarlane says troubled Chelsea still attractive to potential managers

Monday 3 August

  1. Leeds beat Liverpool 4-2 in friendly ahead of Premier League season

    Leeds rallied from a 2-0 halftime deficit to beat Liverpool 4-2 in a friendly match at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sunday, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin scoring two second-half goals. The victory gave Liverpool their first defeat under new coach Andoni Iraola.

    3 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Bezos in talks to join Liverpool minority stake bid

    Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has held talks about joining a consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia that has expressed interest in buying a minority stake in Liverpool, though Sky News reported he is not certain to proceed with the plan.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Liverpool boss wants Mac Allister and Alisson to stay

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed his desire to retain midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson at the club, with Mac Allister having two years remaining on his five-year contract signed in 2023 and facing speculation about a possible summer departure.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 17 July

  1. Liverpool midfielder Szoboszlai signs new five-year contract

    Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has signed a new five-year contract, ending speculation over his future. The Hungary captain was rewarded for his strong form last season, with negotiations accelerating in recent weeks.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Liverpool midfielder Szoboszlai signs new five-year contract

    Liverpool's Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai signed a new five-year contract on Friday, ending speculation over his future after his fine form last season.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Andoni Iraola pledges authenticity as new Liverpool manager

    Andoni Iraola, appointed as the new manager of English Premier League side Liverpool, said he wants to enjoy the "magic" of the role while remaining true to himself and not changing fundamentally. The 44-year-old former Bournemouth boss, who replaced Arne Slot after Liverpool sacked the Dutchman a year following his Premier League title win, acknowledged the club's massive stature and the scrutiny that comes with it.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. Arsenal opens 2026-27 title defence at home to Coventry

    Arsenal will kick off their Premier League title defence against promoted Coventry on August 21, with the 2026-27 season fixtures released Friday. The opening round also features Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola's debut at Newcastle, Manchester City's first game under new management against Bournemouth, and the return of Hull City and Ipswich to the top-flight.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 18 June

  1. Liverpool signs Spain forward Munoz from Osasuna for £34.5 million

    Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign 22-year-old Spain forward Victor Munoz from Osasuna for a reported fee of £34.5 million on a six-year contract. Munoz, who scored seven goals and produced five assists in 36 appearances last season, will become the first signing for new Reds boss Andoni Iraola.

    18 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Liverpool in advanced talks to hire Andoni Iraola

    Liverpool are in advanced talks with former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola to replace Arne Slot, who was sacked after a turbulent second season. The club has reportedly agreed a deal in principle with the Spaniard, with sporting director Richard Hughes spearheading the recruitment.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 30 May

  1. Liverpool sack Slot; Iraola set to replace him

    Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday after the club finished fifth in the Premier League, 25 points behind champions Arsenal, despite spending nearly £450 million on new players. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is reportedly lined up to take over at Anfield.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Antoine Semenyo set for second World Cup after Manchester City rise

    Ghanaian midfielder Antoine Semenyo, now at Manchester City, is preparing for his second World Cup with Ghana under new coach Carlos Queiroz after a meteoric rise from a disappointing 2022 campaign where he played only 19 minutes across two substitute appearances.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 22 May

  1. Spanish Premier League coaches carry on Guardiola's managerial legacy

    As Pep Guardiola's departure from Manchester City marks the end of an era, Spanish coaches including Mikel Arteta at Arsenal, Unai Emery at Aston Villa, and Andoni Iraola at Bournemouth are maintaining a strong Spanish influence on English football.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Arsenal win Premier League title after City draw

    Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions after a 22-year wait, with Manchester City held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth. Arsenal finished as champions after their 1-0 win over Burnley on Monday, ending a six-year trophy drought and moving five points clear of City.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Arsenal leads Premier League after Manchester City draws

    Manchester City drew 3-3 with Everton while Arsenal won 3-0 over Fulham, leaving Arsenal three games from the title. Tottenham climbed out of the relegation zone over the Bank Holiday weekend.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 4 May

  1. Carrick says Manchester United job feels natural after securing Champions League

    Michael Carrick, Manchester United's interim head coach, said the pressurised role feels "natural" after the club secured a return to the Champions League next season by beating Liverpool 3-2 to guarantee a top-five Premier League finish with three games remaining.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 2 May

  1. Chelsea interim manager insists club remains attractive despite turmoil

    Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane says the Blues remain an attractive club for prospective managers despite their turbulent campaign. Chelsea's BlueCo owners are searching for their sixth permanent manager since buying the club from Roman Abramovich in 2022, and have had eight managers in the past 10 years excluding interims.

    2 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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