Andoni Iraola has taken charge of Liverpool, ushering in a new era at Anfield. The Basque coach was formally unveiled last week as the replacement for Arne Slot, following a tour of the AXA Training Centre and Anfield.
In his first interview as Reds boss, Iraola spoke with warmth and confidence. The ECHO's readers have been sharing their thoughts on the appointment in the latest Reds' Letter Day feature.
Fan Reactions
Devanshan Naidoo from South Africa said: "There's a lot more work that meets the eye. The dressing room needs work. The squad needs work. The relationship with the fans needs work. It's a huge task at hand. He looks ready for the challenge."
Adut Amuom Dier Buom from Sudan added: "It's very good news. Andoni Iraola is a good manager. Liverpool management should back him up by signing a top-class right winger."
LeBron Jayden from Kenya commented: "Andoni Iraola is an exciting, high-intensity coach who fits Liverpool's pressing identity, but the step up from Bournemouth to Anfield is huge. He would need time to fully implement his system."
Tommy Cook urged patience: "Be patient cos this strikes of when Souness took over from Dalglish and the mess he inherited."
Another fan, Takki from Thailand, noted: "He spent basically all of his career at Athletic Club, so he understands the value of the city and of the people. I definitely think he will cope with the pressure."
Chris Thompson highlighted transfer needs: "Liverpool need a reliable right back, a defensive midfielder, a centre-back and a right forward."
Conall Tayler from Australia expressed excitement: "Does his football appeal to me? OH YES! Does he speak with calm and passion? DOUBLE YES! Will he fight every inch and wear his heart on his sleeve? YES YES YES!"
Timilehin James from Nigeria said: "I remember for the past three seasons whenever Liverpool wants to play against Bournemouth I'm always on my toes. I want him to bring the intensity and fear factor to Liverpool."
Andrea Mars added: "He needs to regain confidence in the dressing room. At least we have Kerkez who can help provide confidence to the other players."
Kennedy Duke Nsefu from Zambia concluded: "Iraola's Bournemouth team caused a lot of problems to Jurgen Klopp and Slot's Liverpool and Pep Guardiola's Manchester City teams."
