Liverpool's key decision-makers, Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards, are expected to stay on for the summer transfer window, despite uncertainty surrounding their positions. Both Hughes and Edwards are under contract until 2027 and are likely to remain in their roles for a crucial summer at Anfield, following a disappointing title defense and questions over Arne Slot's future. The club has faced criticism for a record-breaking £500m spend last summer, which has seen the team's performance decline.
However, the club is reportedly satisfied with the work of Hughes and Edwards. The duo's priorities will include finding a replacement for Mohamed Salah and getting the best out of big-money signings Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz. Since 2024, Hughes and Edwards have overseen £459m in spending, with the majority coming last summer, and have offset this by selling £290m worth of talent.
There has been speculation around Hughes' future due to interest from Al Hilal, while doubts have been raised about Edwards' position after FSG reportedly shelved plans for a multi-club model ownership group. Edwards had previously cited FSG's commitment to acquire and oversee an additional club as a key factor in his decision to return to Liverpool in 2024. The pair were responsible for hiring Arne Slot, who led the team to a title in his first season. However, a change in transfer strategy last summer, which saw Liverpool spend a record £446.5m, has backfired, with the team now fighting for Champions League qualification.