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Richard Hughes steps down as Liverpool sporting director

Richard Hughes has left his post as Liverpool's sporting director, and the club is already searching for a replacement.

By · Published September 5, 2026  13:37 UTC · Updated September 7, 2026  20:34 UTC

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This departure marks the fifth change in the role since 2022, as Liverpool continues to search for a suitable replacement. The club has issued a statement confirming Hughes' departure, but no further details on his successor have been announced.

Epilogue added 51d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: Richard Hughes has left his post as Liverpool's sporting director, and the club is already searching for a replacement.
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Richard Hughes has stepped down as Liverpool's sporting director. The move comes as Hughes is expected to join Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League. Hughes' departure marks the end of his tenure at Liverpool, where he has been instrumental in shaping the club's sporting strategy.

The club is now actively seeking a new sporting director to fill the void left by Hughes. Liverpool's search for a new sporting director is underway. The club's management will be focused on finding a suitable replacement to maintain the team's competitive edge.

The New York Times and Yahoo Sports both name Al Hilal as the likely destination for Hughes.

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Who is Richard Hughes?

Richard Hughes is a football executive who has recently stepped down as the sporting director of Liverpool.

Why did Richard Hughes leave Liverpool?

Hughes is expected to join Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.

What happens next for Liverpool?

Liverpool is actively searching for a new sporting director to replace Hughes.

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