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First four transfers Andoni Iraola can make at Liverpool after Arne Slot fired

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesArne SlotLiverpool have sacked manager Arne Slot after just 12 months in charge, and Andoni Iraola is the clear frontrunner to replace him. Here are the four signings he could make as Liverpool manager.Andoni Iraola could make some immediate signings at Liverpool(Image: Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth, AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)Arne Slot's reign at Liverpool is over.



The overwhelming frontrunner at this stage is Andoni Iraola, who previously worked alongside Liverpool's sporting director Richard Hughes at Bournemouth.Should the pair reunite, Express Sport has identified some of the transfer targets they could pursue in the summer window.Eli Junior KroupiIt would come as no surprise if Iraola looked to players he previously managed at Bournemouth as potential recruits. Eli Junior Kroupi has had a breakthrough campaign and has been tipped to make a move to one of Europe's elite clubs.With 13 goals in 33 league appearances, the 19-year-old is clearly a natural finisher who has flourished under Iraola's guidance.Alex ScottRemaining with the Cherries, Alex Scott was among their most influential figures this season.

The midfielder was perhaps unfortunate not to have earned an England call-up, but at 22, his finest years undoubtedly lie ahead.Capable of operating in several positions in the center of the pitch, he could prove an ideal addition to Iraola's revamped Liverpool side.Alex Scott an Eli Junior Kroupi have shone for Andoni Iraola at Bournemouth(Image: Getty)Bradley BarcolaThis potential transfer had been discussed even before Slot's exit, as Bradley Barcola had been linked with a departure from Paris Saint-Germain. With Hugo Ekitike's injury and Mohamed Salah's exit, Liverpool will require a forward who can arrive and deliver an immediate impact.Barcola has two years remaining on his deal, and Liverpool might seek to exploit that situation as they attempt to secure one of Europe's most exciting prospects.Andoni Iraola is being tipped to take over from Arne Slot(Image: Getty)Jarell QuansahOne of the most significant challenges confronting Iraola upon his expected appointment at Anfield will be filling the void left by the departing Ibrahima Konate.