Hughes Resigns as Liverpool Sporting Director

Liverpool announced that Richard Hughes will step down from his role as sporting director, effective immediately. Hughes, who joined the club in 2019, has overseen a number of key signings and the development of the club’s long‑term recruitment strategy. In a statement, the club thanked him for his contributions and noted that his departure comes as part of a broader restructuring of the front‑office team.

Hughes has accepted an offer to become the sporting director of Saudi Pro League club Al‑Hilal. The move marks a new chapter for the former England international, who will be responsible for shaping the club’s transfer policy and youth development. Al‑Hilal welcomed the appointment, citing Hughes’s experience in European football and his track record of building competitive squads. The transition is expected to be completed in the coming weeks, with Hughes preparing to relocate to Saudi Arabia.