Liverpool’s director of scouting and recruitment Dave Fallows is leaving after 12 years, with Michael Edwards lauding the affect of a “trusted colleague.”
Fallows is confirmed to be leaving the membership imminently, having delayed his departure from the summer season to assist in a key interval of transition.
In a press release by way of the membership’s official web site, the 64-year-old stated: “I’ve been very privileged to work for this unimaginable soccer membership.
“The incredible folks right here beginning with the supporters make it so particular – to have had the chance to work with so many gifted gamers and colleagues previous and current who at the moment are mates is one thing I’m very grateful for.
“The management right here, from possession, by means of to Michael [Edwards], Richard [Hughes], Arne [Slot], Billy [Hogan] and Alex [Inglethorpe], is world class.
“I’ve little question they may proceed to thrive. They’re supported by nice folks throughout many departments who I’ll miss working with however will proceed to remain near.
“There are far too many to say however I’m particularly grateful to Barry Hunter and all these inside the recruitment division who’ve been a pleasure to work alongside.
“Leaving within the information that I will likely be leaving this place in such nice form is one thing meaning quite a bit to me.
“I stay up for supporting the workforce from a special perspective now however with the identical ardour for his or her success.”
Fallows joined Liverpool alongside chief scout Barry Hunter in 2012, having each arrived from Man Metropolis, with their relationship with former sporting director Edwards proving key.
“Dave has been a trusted colleague for over 10 years and an in depth pal for twenty years,” Edwards, now CEO of Soccer for FSG, stated.
“I respect his choice and need him nothing however success with no matter he does subsequent. He and his household will at all times be welcome at our membership after the contribution he has made. We’ll miss him.”
It stays to be seen how Liverpool plan to interchange Fallows, although there’s prone to have been an inner reshuffle as a part of the summer season’s restructure.