Hughes, Burchill and McKee leave Liverpool for Al-Hilal
- Source
- Liverpool EchoLocal press
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- liverpool.news@trinitymirror.com (Chris Burns)
- Published
Key points
- Sporting director Richard Hughes departs after two years, joined by scouts Mark Burchill and Craig McKee to Saudi Pro League side
- Hughes led recruitment overhaul since summer 2024; Mike Gordon now heading search for successor
- Concern grows over Ifeanyi Ndukwe's Levante loan as 18-year-old defender awaits debut after three substitute appearances
AI summary
Liverpool's recruitment department has been dismantled with sporting director Richard Hughes, along with scouts Mark Burchill and Craig McKee, all departing for Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. Hughes, who arrived from Bournemouth two years ago, oversaw the club's transfer activity across two windows. Fenway Sports Group president Mike Gordon is now leading the hunt for a new sporting director.
Meanwhile, concerns are mounting over summer signing Ifeanyi Ndukwe's development. The 18-year-old Austrian defender, signed to gain work permit eligibility, has yet to feature for Levante despite impressing in Liverpool's pre-season. He has been left on the bench for all three of his loan club's matches so far.
Original headline
Liverpool latest: Two more departures confirmed as decision on summer signing sparks concern
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