Liverpool fans make their feelings clear on Andoni Iraola with replies to announcement

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Arne Slot's departure was celebrated by several Liverpool fans, who have also welcomed Andoni Iraola with open arms after the club announced his hiring on ThursdayAndoni Iraola has excited Liverpool fans after being announced as the new head coach(Image: 2026 Liverpool FC)Andoni Iraola has officially been announced as the new Liverpool head coach, and fans are delighted that he's succeeded Arne Slot after a disappointing season.Iraola led Bournemouth to sixth in the Premier League last season, finishing just three points behind Liverpool, despite having limited resources. Slot began to lose support from the Liverpool fans, but Iraola has been welcomed with open arms."LET’S GOOOOOOOO," one fan excitedly posted on X.

"Welcome to the best club in England, Andoni Iraola," another fan posted.One supporter even suggested that Liverpool could enter the Premier League title race next season. "Because obviously you know about Liverpool, you know that it’s a big club, a massive club, one of the biggest in the world."But feeling inside and understanding a little bit more of this club, I always thought it’s a special club.

Liverpool is Liverpool.Iraola will be tasked with making Liverpool title contenders once again(Image: 2026 Liverpool FC)"But obviously the atmosphere, the supporters, the club, the players, the chance for me to coach top-level players, the chance to fight for titles. So, really excited to start."When asked about his ambitions, Iraola added, "I think Liverpool gives me the chance to coach top players, and top players give you the chance to fight for titles.