Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterA new era at Anfield is almost here, following Arne Slots sacking after he oversaw the most defeats in a single season for the Reds this millennium.Andoni Iraola is now all but confirmed to be the man who will take over from his Dutch predecessor at Liverpool, known for his aggressive, chaotic and suffocating style of attacking play.The Spaniard managed Bournemouth between the years of 2023 and 2026, leading the Cherries to a sixth-placed Premier League season finish last campaign.Iraola is set to sign a two-year Liverpool contract, but why?Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed the length of Iraolas Liverpool contract to be just two years, tracking with the Spaniards history of only signing short-term deals.Iraola previously revealed to BBC Radio Solent last October his thought process behind signing short-term contracts, stating that money isnt of importance to him. You may like Who are Andoni Iraolas Liverpool assistants? Andoni Iraola's first three Liverpool tasks are daunting and monumental - but achievable Liverpool to make Arne Slot sack decision following u-turn talks: report Get VIP Liverpool tickets for next season HERE with Seat Unique!Seat Unique tickets at Anfield offer a fantastic matchday. You get premium padded seats in the new Anfield Road stand (Block AM5, front rows) and access to the Brodies Lounge for three hours pre-match. Enjoy street food, a complimentary half-time drink, a matchday programme, and entertainment, including a Liverpool legend appearance, making it a truly elevated experience.View DealI think Bournemouth is the only time Ive signed [a contract for] two years. In the case of managers, contracts are not as important as in the players cases, said the Spaniard.I dont want to continue in a club just because I have a contract. I want to continue because both sides are happy and they want to continue together.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Iraola confirmed that his managerial inspiration, Marcelo Bielsa known for his short-term contract preference and ranked at no. 77 in FourFourTwo's list of the greatest managers ever influenced him, as well as his own Spanish heritage.The Spaniard acknowledged that managerial tenures are different in England, with the host pointing out that extended, often up to six-year deals are commonplace in the Premier League.Signing a contract just to have the assurance that if they sell you, you will receive money I wouldnt feel really pleased with this, continued the ex-Athletic Bilbao man.You have to earn the right every season. Sometimes, even if you dont get the best results, maybe the club is very happy with your work. And it happens the opposite way.Every year has to be a renewal of confidence from both sides it doesnt matter what the contract situation is, said Iraola.The soon-to-be Liverpool boss will also be bringing members of his Cherries coaching staff with him to Anfield, continuing his successful, pre-existing Premier League partnerships.TOPICSAndoni IraolaLiverpoolAFC BournemouthPremier LeagueKedar BayleySocial Links NavigationFreelance WriterKedar Bayley is a trained journalist specialising in culture reporting. As a fan of Liverpool FC,he writes on the Reds often. Knowledgable about all things sports, cinema and television,you can find his words in Screen International, FourFourTwo, Manchester Evening News and more.
