Arne Slot is back on the managerial market after Liverpool announced their decision to part ways with the head coach at the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
The Reds conducted a thorough review of a difficult season at Anfield, where Premier League title hopes turned to just about scraping Champions League qualification.
While a title triumph in his first campaign gave some credit in the bank, it ultimately wasn't enough to save Slot, as the two parted ways.
Recent reports have claimed that Liverpool are eyeing up a move for Andoni Iraola to be the next manager, after his contact at Bournemouth came to a close.
With a swift appointment expected in Merseyside, Slot himself could be set for a move back into management quicker than many would've expected.
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As Slot is left to consider his next steps in management, Sky Sports Switzerland reporter Sacha Tavolieri claims that a European giant is already eyeing up a move for the 47-year-old.
AC Milan have lined up the Dutch coach as their new leading candidate for the vacant position at the San Siro, with talks already underway.
It comes as a potential first step in rebuilding the Rossoneri, after what has been a disappointing campaign in Serie A, that has resulted in several high-profile changes.
Head coach Massimiliano Allegri was dismissed after AC Milan failed to secure Champions League qualification on the final day of the season, with a club statement describing the campaign as an "unequivocal failure".
Allegri was soon followed by the rest of the sporting structure, as chief executive Giorgio Furlani, sporting director Igli Tare, and technical director Geoffrey Moncada were all dismissed too.
It means that, should Slot be put into post, it will be at a time when stability is needed for the Italian giants, as they enter the season in the Europa League.
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While there will be disappointment in how the second season of Slot played out at Liverpool, there is no denying that he has left the club with some credit.
As head coach, he took charge of 113 games for the Reds, winning over half of them and putting himself towards the top of the pile for win percentage compared to other managers in the club's Premier League history.
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The challenge came from more than just outcomes, however, as there are elements that he struggled to manage in his time on Merseyside.
There was a disconnect between the manager and the fans come the end of his reign, be it the style of play that failed to inspire the supporters, or the in-game decisions that were being vocally dismissed by those at Anfield.
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The Reds have spoken after showing the Dutchman the door.
While a league title, followed by Champions League qualification, may be enough to stay in some jobs, there are the intangible factors that are harder to control which ultimately had their say in the decision.
It's part of managing a big club that is tough to deal with, and one that may not be any easier if he steps into the hot seat at AC Milan.