Zinedine Zidane has officially taken over as Liverpool’s new manager in a move that has sent shockwaves through English and European football. According to multiple reports, including confirmation from Fabrizio Romano, the former Real Madrid icon has signed a three-year contract with the Reds, with the club set to pay roughly £20 million in compensation to complete the appointment.
After months of rumours and behind-the-scenes negotiations, Liverpool have secured the services of one of the most decorated managers of the modern era. Zidane replaces Arne Slot and steps into one of the most demanding roles in the Premier League, with fans already wondering how his arrival might reshape the club’s future.
But perhaps the most surprising twist is the condition Zidane reportedly set before accepting the job — a request described as simple yet powerful enough to silence the entire boardroom. According to sources close to the discussions, he did not ask for control over transfers, a massive budget, or sweeping structural changes. Instead, Zidane’s single requirement was a guarantee that he would be allowed complete autonomy over the sporting side of the club: tactical decisions, line-ups, dressing-room management, and long-term football planning.
He made it clear that titles, resources, and results would all flow naturally if he was trusted to build the team his way. The board agreed, opening the door for one of the most intriguing managerial eras in Liverpool history.
With Zidane now at the helm, attention turns to how he will reshape the squad, re-energize the club’s identity, and attempt to restore Liverpool to Champions League glory. All eyes will be on Anfield as one of football’s greatest leaders begins a new chapter.
