Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRichard Hughes has stepped down as Liverpool's sporting director after a two-year tenure during which he oversaw approximately £670m in transfer spending and appointed two head coaches. The Scot is expected to join Saudi Pro-League club Al-Hilal, following the recent departure of Fenway Sports Group's CEO of Football Michael Edwards amid ongoing boardroom upheaval at Anfield. Hughes delayed his exit to oversee the recent transfer window and secure key targets, including the £106m acquisition of Bradley Barcola alongside manager Andoni Iraola. Fenway Sports Group president Mike Gordon is leading the search for Hughes' successor, with senior figures such as Julian Ward and Iraola handling duties in the interim. Since joining in 2024, Hughes managed record-breaking transfers for Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak, and appointed Arne Slot, who won the Premier League in his first season before being replaced by Iraola. In fullRichard Hughes leaves Liverpool after overseeing £670m transfer spendMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Liverpool are searching for a fourth sporting director in four years after confirming the departure of Richard Hughes, who is set to join Al-Hilal

Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRichard Hughes has stepped down as Liverpool's sporting director after a two-year tenure during which he oversaw approximately £670m in…