Iraola's Liverpool Plans Target Wide Attackers

Andoni Iraola has been appointed head coach of Liverpool. Iraola said he will take time to study the staff, squad and internal rhythm before making major decisions. Liverpool’s most pressing issue, according to the report, is replacing Mohamed Salah. The club’s priority is to acquire wide, multi‑functional attackers who can provide the same defensive attention and threat. Curtis Jones, 25, is valued at £35 million and is the only Scouser in Liverpool’s first‑team picture. Inter have shown interest, and Liverpool sporting director Piero Ausilio confirmed the club is aware of the developments. Federico Chiesa faces uncertainty about his future and has suggested that regular football elsewhere may be necessary. Chiesa also revealed that Jones asked him about living in Italy. Liverpool have contacted RB Leipzig about 19‑year‑old forward Yan Diomande. Leipzig will only consider a sale for a bid exceeding €130 million, roughly £112.4 million. Luca Stephenson could leave, with Championship clubs including Bolton Wanderers reportedly interested. A fee of around £700 000 plus a sell‑on clause is expected. Defensive flexibility may be addressed later, with Jeremy Jacquet joining Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni in the back line. The report concludes that Liverpool must provide Iraola with wide attackers, midfield depth and tactical adaptability to avoid another transitional season.