Liverpool dismisses Arne Slot and starts hunt for new coach as Konaté departs and Tsimikas eyes a place

Liverpool FC announced the immediate departure of head coach Arne Slot, who led the team to a Premier League title in his first season. The club said a successor is being sought, with former Bournemouth manager Antonio Irala mentioned as a leading candidate. Within days the club also confirmed central defender Ibrahima Konaté will leave when his contract expires this summer, ending a five‑year spell. Greek left‑back Kostas Tsimikas, who finished a loan at Roma, has stated he wants to stay at Liverpool and fight for a place now that Andy Robertson is moving on. The announcements come as Liverpool prepare for the upcoming Champions League final and a summer of significant squad changes.