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Fans divided as Liverpool open talks with Andoni Iraola
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Fans divided as Liverpool open talks with Andoni Iraola

Liverpool's move to hold formal talks with Andoni Iraola has divided supporters, who offered a mix of optimism, caution and calls for patience.

Liverpool's move to hold formal talks with Andoni Iraola has divided supporters, who offered a mix of optimism, caution and calls for patience.

Carl welcomed the idea if it means a return to more forward-thinking play. He warned against another season of sideways passing and pushing central midfielders into full-back roles, but said Iraola’s Bournemouth style is closer to the Klopp era than some alternatives — a gamble he thinks is worth taking.

Mike praised Iraola’s intensity and work-rate, saying that approach better fits Liverpool’s identity and could help correct the mistakes of the current season.

Mez was blunt: it’s a no-brainer. He hailed Iraola as manager of the season and implied his appointment would be obvious.

Mark said he’s long admired Bournemouth under Iraola and felt the same kind of excitement he remembers from the Klopp appointment. He thanked Klopp for past success but said change is necessary.

Alex cautioned that Iraola might be a gamble. He questioned whether Liverpool’s current squad suits the high-octane, “heavy metal” football Iraola favours, given recent unsettled signings and departures. Alex would prefer Luis Enrique, believing the Spaniard might be

Hannah Whitlock

Writing on Premier League

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