Liverpool: Michael Edwards departs football chief role at FSG
Michael Edwards has stepped down from his role as chief executive of football at Fenway Sports Group, the owners of Liverpool FC. His departure follows a planned transition period intended to guide the club after the Jurgen Klopp era.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Michael Edwards has enjoyed two separate stints with Liverpool
Michael Edwards has left his role as chief executive of football with Liverpool 's owners Fenway Sports Group.
FSG said Edwards' departure is part of a "planned transition following the completion of key strategic priorities", while group president Mike Gordon said the owners are "naturally disappointed" about his exit.
He leaves two years into a three-year contact, having begun a second spell working closely with Liverpool in March 2024, when he was hired by FSG to oversee the transition from the Jurgen Klopp era.
In a statement, Edwards said: " Liverpool is in a strong position, with outstanding people, a clear direction and the foundations in place for continued success.
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