According to the Athletic, Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are set to appoint Benfica technical director Pedro Marques as part of their plans to revamp their backroom staff.
Michael Edwards returned to Anfield as the new CEO and has resumed his work of daily operations. He will also be working towards the club’s desire to own a second club and hence dive into the world of multi-club ownership.
Liverpool are now ready to appoint Marques who will provide his expertise in scouting global talent for multiple clubs. He is close to agreeing on a deal with the Reds and an official announcement awaits.
How important is Benfica director Marques to FSG’s plans?
The Portuguese started his work in Lisbon as a key performance analyst before moving to Manchester City where he was the first team analyst. He worked with former Liverpool director Julian Ward.
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Later he changed his role at City Football Group, where he became the head of analysis and coaching.
CFG are part of multi ownership group as they own Girona, Melbourne City, New York City FC and Man City. Liverpool are aware of Marques’ experience in working with this multi-club model and will need his talent to manage another club.
Since leaving City, Marques has done a commendable job at Benfica. He became their technical director and his stocks have continued to rise.
Liverpool got to work with the Portuguese during their negotiations to sign Darwin Nunez from Benfica in 2022. Marques’ role will be as important as other high-profile individuals that have been targeted by the club in recent months.
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The Reds are working swiftly to ensure that they have strong management as they have started to adjust to life after Jurgen Klopp.
It will be a hectic summer for the English giants but they need to make sure that they don’t suffer under a new manager. Having an experienced team will help them make vital decisions.
The FSG wants to maintain the club’s stability for years to come.
