Richard Hughes confirmed as Al-Hilal sporting director after Liverpool departure
Hughes joins Saudi exodus after two years at AnfieldMartinelli, Summerville and Watkins are at Al-HilalRichard Hughes has been appointed as the sporting director of Al-Hilal, the Saudi Pro League club confirmed on Sunday, following his departure from Liverpool.Hughes, 47, joined Liverpool in 2024 from Bournemouth. He appointed Arne Slot as Jürgen Klopp’s successor as head coach, a decision that paid immediate dividends as the Reds claimed the Premier League title in 2024-25. Slot was sacked and replaced by Andoni Iraola in June. Continue reading...
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