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Liverpool Hires Julian Ward for Second Spell as Sporting Director
Ward returns from Fenway Sports Group to steady Liverpool’s recruitment and academy strategy as the club faces key squad succession decisions.
- On Saturday, Liverpool appointed Julian Ward as sporting director, replacing Richard Hughes who departed earlier this month for Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal. The 45-year-old returns to Anfield after serving as Fenway Sports Group's technical director.
- Ward previously served Liverpool from 2012 until 2023, giving him deep familiarity with the club's structure and operations. His return provides stability following a summer of significant hierarchy changes at Anfield.
- The 45-year-old brings expertise in scouting and recruitment, having previously overseen loan pathways and visited more than 25 European clubs to study best practices for academy development.
- FSG president Mike Gordon praised the decision, stating Ward's expertise will enhance football operations and support head coach Andoni Iraola. The appointment ensures continuity for staff across the AXA Training Centre and Academy.
- Immediate priorities include determining contract extensions for Alisson and Virgil van Dijk, as well as securing long-term deals for emerging talent Rio Ngumoha before current agreements expire.
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Independent EspañolLIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool appointed Julian Ward as sports director on Saturday to replace Richard Hughes, who left to join the Saudi club Al-Hilal.
The 45-year-old takes over from Richard Hughes and is in the role for the second time in more than three years.
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Liverpool bring back Ward as sporting director
Sept 26 : Liverpool have appointed Fenway Sports Group (FSG) technical director Julian Ward as their sporting director, the Premier League club said on Saturday.Ward, whose association with Liverpool spans more than 14 years, returns for a second spell as sporting director after stepping down from the role in
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