Richard Hughes leaves Liverpool after overseeing £670m transfer spend

Richard Hughes has formally stepped down as Liverpool sporting director after less than three years. During his tenure, he oversaw a total transfer spend of £670m, including £450m under Arne Slot to rebuild the squad. Hughes is set to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal in a similar role. FSG president Mike Gordon is now leading the search for a successor, marking the club's fourth sporting director in four years following a turbulent summer transfer window.