Ex-Liverpool star says Richard Hughes has 'easiest job in world' after Victor Munoz hijack

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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool has made a quick start to the summer transfer window, sealing Victor Munoz as the second arrival under Andoni Iraola in the market.Richard Hughes is in charge of Liverpool's summer transfer business(Image: (Photo by Robin Jones/Getty Images))Former Liverpool star Don Hutchison has claimed that the club's sporting director, Richard Hughes, must have the "easiest job in the world" after securing a deal to sign Victor Munoz.The move came as a slight surprise, with all reports suggesting that Newcastle was the team to land the Spanish international, following extensive talks to land him as a replacement for Anthony Gordon.While a fee was agreed to avoid paying the release clause, and even though personal terms were also matched, Liverpool swooped in and showed some muscle to get the Magpies out of the conversation.The $46 million release clause was triggered, and personal terms were agreed for a six-year contract, with the transfer later announced in a whirlwind few days of activity from the Merseyside outfit.There was plenty of praise for the way that Liverpool conducted the deal, as Hughes ensured that the roster was bolstered with a promising, energetic, and versatile forward for next season.There was no love lost with Newcastle, however, as it was the second summer in a row that the Reds had interfered with the club's transfer approach in the market.Victor Munoz poses for his Spain World Cup photograph.(Image: Johnnie Izquierdo - FIFA via Getty Images)Just last year, the Reds hijacked the Magpies in making a move for Hugo Ekitike, before inflicting more pain on them by landing Alexander Isak late in the window.That has led to a few jokes among the Liverpool fanbase, and even more anger among the Newcastle fans, who just want to see the team progress with a smooth transfer market.Among those taking note of the recurring theme of hijacked deals is former Liverpool midfielder Don Hutchinson, who took to social media to comment on the moves.He claimed: "Being Liverpool's sporting director must literally be the easiest job in the world. Sit back have a cup of tea.

Then wait for Newcastle to try and buy a player then just copy and buy."Content cannot be displayed without consentWhile it may be something of a joke comment, directed at the pattern of hijacking Newcastle's deals, Liverpool's hierarchy would likely argue that it isn't the case.The Athletic reports that Munoz was a target for Hughes and Iraola for the past few weeks, with a meeting held to decide on a switch for the 22-year-old forward.It certainly suggests there was more planning than the club is getting credit for. However, it won't take long for Newcastle to get some potential revenge.The Magpies host Liverpool in the first game of the Premier League season, offering a chance for the crowd to give their thoughts on the constant hijacking of deals.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCRichard HughesVictor Munoz