Liverpool latest: Michael Edwards leaves as chief executive officer of football for Fenway Sports Group
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Michael Edwards spent over 15 years at Liverpool over two spells; he oversaw the arrival of Arne Slot following Jurgen Klopp’s departure; Slot was replaced by Andoni Iraola this summer; Edwards is credited with signing players that helped Liverpool win the 2019/20 Premier League title
Friday 10 July 2026 14:44, UK
Michael Edwards has left his role as chief executive officer (CEO) of football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), who own Liverpool, leaving the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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A statement from FSG added it was a “planned transition”, bringing an end to two spells at Anfield for Edwards.
He spent over a decade at the club between 2011 and 2022, firstly as performance director before becoming sporting director in 2016.
He returned as CEO in March 2024, overseeing all football operations at Liverpool, as Jurgen Klopp prepared to leave the club. Edwards was credited with signing key players that helped the Reds to the 2019/20 Premier League – their first league title since 1990.
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