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We asked for your views on your beliefs and doubts about the potential of Andoni Iraola becoming the next Liverpool boss.
We explained some fans think the Spaniard has not won enough or that his style of play is too intense for the current squad and we outlined why many fans - on the flip side - think his style makes him an ideal fit.
We wanted to know what you thought of the angles fans are taking and here are some of your comments:
Rick: Iraola was my wish and is the best fit pick for the 2026-27 Reds. I was hopeful that the hierarchy were going for him as soon as he announced his departure from Bournemouth. There will be plenty of adjustments to the squad (mainly depth to deliver during twice weeklies) and his style won't be a fit for all of the current players. But I am excited to see LFC under his leadership. Hard Rock football once again!
Steve: Iraola has won over the owners, perhaps. He looks like he is got the fans on side, perhaps. But, will he unite the dressing room? The team is obviously split around Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot hires. He has several elite players in there who will want to play for the best world-class managers and I am not sure Iraola fits this requirement.
Caleb: I feel like any manager who plays good, exciting football will suit the attacking players at Liverpool - something we've not seen happen this season with Slot.
Graham: I can see and agree with both sides of the equation. However, one point has been missed. Whether or not he has had success, look at the quality of players he has produced. Also, remember the limited budget at his disposal. He has the ability to nurture, understand and improve players. Something we didn't see or get from Slot.
Roy: The style he likes to play is the Liverpool DNA, but we don't have the squad depth to play this way twice a week.
Dax: I'm totally on the doubters' side. Liverpool is a massive step up from Bournemouth. Look how long it's taken Eddie Howe and Newcastle are mid-table. Liverpool need someone not only with proven experience but who understands the Kop mentality. If Iraola is going to manage, he's going to need someone like Pep Lijnders or Steven Gerrard as an assistant. It's not enough to have overachieved with a mid-table team like Bournemouth. Overachieving for Liverpool means winning everything!
Kate: He's a great fit - his style of play is good for Liverpool. Of course, the team needs to comply to his methods and really work with him. Contract needs sorting ASAP so that they can move on and sign some new, needed players. Sooner the better to get a good pre-season and get fit and gel together. No more swapping players around in different positions either.
Simon: It doesn't matter that he's never won anything significant - if you look back at Liverpool over the past 60 years, the vast majority of the managers hadn't, including Shanks! It's what you do in the role that matters, not what you did in the past.
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