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Liverpool announce major departure in recruitment department – as reshuffle continues following Jurgen Klopp’s summer exit

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Liverpool announce major departure in recruitment department – as reshuffle continues following Jurgen Klopp’s summer exit

  • Fallows joined in 2012, having previously worked at Man City and Newcastle
  • The 64-year-old has been instrumental in the club’s success under Jurgen Klopp
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By Tum Balogun

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Liverpool have announced the departure of director of scouting and recruitment Dave Fallows in the latest shake-up in the club’s hierarchy.

The 64-year-old first joined the club in 2012 after previously working for Manchester City, Newcastle United and Bolton Wanderers and was instrumental in helping to build the squad that won a number of major honors including Premier League and Champions League. .

Fallows remained in charge during the summer amid massive upheaval at Anfield following the departure of Jurgen Klopp, his backroom staff and other key members.

“I have been very privileged to work for this incredible football club,” he said in a statement on the club’s website. “The fantastic people here, starting with the supporters, make it so special – to have had the opportunity to work with so many talented players and colleagues past and present who are now friends is something I am very grateful for.

“The leadership here, from the property to Michael (Edwards), Richard (Hughes), Arne (Slot), Billy (Hogan) and Alex (Inglethorpe), is world class. I have no doubt they will continue to thrive. I am supported by great people in many departments who I will miss working with but will remain close to.

Liverpool announce major departure in recruitment department – as reshuffle continues following Jurgen Klopp’s summer exit

Jurgen Klopp’s departure in the summer heralded widespread changes in the club’s management

Arne Slot (left) arrived as head coach, while Richard Hughes (right) was appointed sporting director

Arne Slot (left) arrived as head coach, while Richard Hughes (right) was appointed sporting director

Michael Edwards, previously sporting director, has returned to the club as FSG's CEO for football

Michael Edwards, previously sporting director, has returned to the club as FSG’s CEO for football

Liverpool have confirmed that Fallows will leave his role at the end of the year.

The summer reshuffle saw Edwards, formerly sporting director at Anfield, return as FSG’s CEO for football, while Richard Hughes was brought in from Bournemouth to replace Jorge Schmadtke, who acted as sporting director for a short period.

Edwards said: “Dave has been a trusted colleague for over 10 years and a close friend for two decades.

“I respect his decision and wish him nothing but success in whatever he does next. He and his family will always be welcome at our club after the contribution he has made. We will miss him.

Any news of changes in the recruitment department at Anfield is sure to give fans a boost with the ongoing contract situations of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Arne Sot remained tight-lipped when questioned on the matter, while Hughes – who spoke to the press in July – refrained from making public statements about the state of negotiations.

The former Cherries boss has had a whirlwind few months since his appointment and thanked the Fallows for the guidance he has provided during this time.

The Reds still have the contracts of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah to deal with, with all three stars free to leave at the end of the campaign.

The Reds still have the contracts of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah to deal with, with all three stars free to leave at the end of the campaign.

“David’s reputation is second to none in his field and his achievements at the club mean he leaves with the utmost gratitude and affection,” Hughes said.

“It speaks volumes for Dave that he has stayed with us to help us with the transition and install a new football management team, myself included. I will always be grateful for his advice and assistance during this time.