Richard Hughes has left his position as sporting director of Liverpool and joined Al-Hilal in a similar role.The 47-year-old worked for two-and-a-half years at Anfield and completed his duties by guiding the club through the recent summer transfer window.Upon leaving the club, Hughes told Liverpool’s website: “First and foremost, I would like to reiterate what I said upon my arrival. It has been a source of great pride to have been given the opportunity to serve this incredible and unique institution. That is something I will always be grateful for.“My appreciation extends to ownership for their support and leadership, to club staff at all levels who give so much to make Liverpool FC what it is, to the players who make such an enormous contribution and to the fans who support the team in great numbers whenever and wherever games take place.“I’ll always follow and support the club with great affection, and I wish everyone involved nothing but success for this season and beyond.”
Liverpool FC can confirm Richard Hughes has stepped down as sporting director.
Hughes departs with the best wishes of everyone at LFC having informed the club’s ownership of his desire to seek a fresh challenge.https://t.co/I8MG6lmsMN
