Who is Markus Krösche? Exciting name linked with Liverpool sporting director job

Reports today have linked Liverpool with a move for Markus Krösche from Eintracht Frankfurt as the Reds prepare to appoint a new sporting director if Julian Ward departs at the end of the season.

Ward only stepped into the role last summer when he replaced Michael Edwards, but his intention to leave was made public in November.

Both Ward and Edwards are seen as key figures in Liverpool’s success following the appointment of Jurgen Klopp in 2016, with the duo playing significant roles in recruitment and contract management.

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Despite this, the Reds are making progress in their quest and are expected to make an appointment when Ward leaves. According to The Athletic, AS Monaco sporting director Paul Mitchell has been “under consideration” but is now set to stay with the Ligue 1 team.

The same report said Krösche is a “potential candidate who is attracting interest at Anfield” having built an impressive reputation at the Waldstadion.

Krösche came to Frankfurt from RB Leipzig in 2021, where he had only been appointed to succeed Ralf Rangnick two years earlier. His arrival has given the Eagles an immense boost.