Liverpool Eyes Pierre Sage as Slot Replacement, Prioritises Iraola

Pierre Sage, former Olympique Lyonnais midfielder and key figure in RC Lens's Coupe de France win and Ligue 1 runner‑up, is being tracked by Liverpool as a candidate to replace Arne Slot. Arne Slot is no longer Liverpool manager. Andoni Iraola is reportedly preferred for the vacancy. Sage joined RC Lens in summer 2025 and helped shape the club's successful campaign. His role in the Sang & Or's achievements has raised his profile. RC Lens has not guaranteed Sage a new contract, leaving his future uncertain. The Athletic listed Sage among the potential replacements for Slot. Liverpool's search for a new manager intensifies after Slot's departure, with reports linking Sage and Iraola. The English side evaluates both candidates. Sage's departure would mean RC Lens loses a key architect of its recent Coupe de France win and Ligue 1 second place. RC Lens finished second in Ligue 1. The upcoming weeks will reveal whether Liverpool appoints Iraola or pursues Sage. Sage's next destination will determine his role in the upcoming season.