Julian Ward Returns to Liverpool as Sporting Director
· Sports · BBC Sport, Telegraph India, Sportstar
Liverpool have appointed Julian Ward as the club's new sporting director, replacing Richard Hughes after his departure in September. Ward previously held the same role during the 2022-23 season before leaving, and most recently served as Fenway Sports Group's technical director since 2024. During his earlier tenure under Jurgen Klopp, Ward oversaw the signings of Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Alexis Mac Allister, and Darwin Nunez, alongside securing Mohamed Salah's contract extension in 2022. The appointment is designed to bring stability to the hierarchy following a summer of transition and provide support to head coach Andoni Iraola. Ward's immediate priorities include securing Rio Ngumoha on a long-term deal and determining contract futures for Alisson and Virgil.
Why it matters
This appointment affects Liverpool's leadership stability and long-term squad planning, including upcoming contract decisions for key players like Alisson and Virgil.
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