Liverpool have reportedly reached a complete agreement with Zinedine Zidane, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that the former Real Madrid boss is set to take over from Arne Slot on a three-year contract. The deal is valued at around £20 million, marking one of the most high-profile managerial appointments in Liverpool’s modern history.
The club’s decision comes after a turbulent spell under Slot, whose early promise faded as poor results mounted. Liverpool’s hierarchy, determined to stabilise the team and revive its competitive edge, moved swiftly once talks with Zidane accelerated.
Zidane arrives with one of the most impressive managerial résumés of the past decade, having led Real Madrid to three consecutive Champions League titles and multiple domestic honours. His reputation for commanding respect, managing elite players, and delivering on the biggest stages has generated huge excitement among Liverpool supporters.
The appointment also raises a major question: can Zidane build on, or even match, the extraordinary legacy left by Jürgen Klopp? The German transformed the club’s identity, returning Liverpool to the summit of European and domestic football. Zidane now steps into one of the most demanding roles in world sport — where expectations are high and comparisons are inevitable.
For many fans, the move signals a new era. Others remain cautiously optimistic, aware that the Premier League presents its own unique challenges. But one thing is certain: with Zidane’s arrival, Liverpool have made a bold and ambitious statement about their future ambitions.
Anfield now waits to see whether Zidane can turn this blockbuster appointment into lasting success.
