Arne Slot has been sacked as head coach of Liverpool.

The Dutchman departs only a year after leading the Reds to the Premier League following a fifth-placed finish in his second season in charge.

A club statement read: "Liverpool FC can confirm Arne Slot is to depart his role as head coach with immediate effect and that the process to appoint a successor is under way.

"He leaves with a Premier League title to his name and our deepest gratitude and appreciation".

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