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Liverpool seek new sporting director after Richard Hughes formally leaves

Liverpool have confirmed Richard Hughes has stepped down as the club’s sporting director after a two-year reign. 

Fenway Sports Group (FSG) president Mike Gordon is leading the search for a replacement.

Hughes informed Liverpool’s ownership of his desire to seek a fresh challenge. However, he was asked to remain in his position for the 2026-27 summer transfer window. 

He oversaw the signing of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth up to £123 million. 

The 47-year-old is expected to join Al-Hilal. They are the most successful club in Saudi Arabia with a record 21 league titles. 

The Saudi Pro League side club are managed by Simone Inzaghi. They have a squad featuring several top talents, including Darwin Nunez, Ollie Watkins and Gabriel Martinelli. 

Hughes joined Liverpool in 2024 after his impressive work at Bournemouth, where he helped sign Nathan Ake and Dominic Solanke.  

He was instrumental in hiring Arne Slot to replace Jurgen Klopp. 

The Dutchman won the Premier League title in his first season but was sacked this summer following a fifth-place league finish.

Hughes was also involved in Andoni Iraola’s appointment in June. 

Liverpool spent £670 million on transfers under the Scottish executive, including a British record fee of £125m for Alexander Isak.

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