“Edwards set for new contract as FSG outline strategy with Slot and Hughes.”

Liverpool Open Contract Talks with Michael Edwards as FSG Back Leadership Team

Liverpool’s record-breaking summer spending spree was no accident, with Fenway Sports Group (FSG) now moving to secure the long-term future of the man orchestrating things behind the scenes.

Michael Edwards, the club’s CEO of football, has entered discussions with the owners over a new contract, according to Graeme Bailey of TBR Football.

FSG Back Edwards, Hughes, and Slot Trio

Bailey reports that FSG has full confidence in Edwards, sporting director Richard Hughes, and head coach Arne Slot — considering them the strongest backroom team in world football. The club wants to extend their contracts beyond the current 2027 expiration.

“FSG are very happy with the current setup,” Bailey said. “They value Edwards highly and see his decisions to appoint Hughes and then Slot as crucial to the club’s recent success.”

That trust was evident this summer, as Liverpool spent a record £450 million in the transfer market — setting new British records twice.

Major Summer Signings

Liverpool’s headline signings included:

Alexander Isak (£125m from Newcastle)

Florian Wirtz (£116m from Bayer Leverkusen)

Hugo Ekitike (£69m from Eintracht Frankfurt)

Milos Kerkez (£40m from Bournemouth)

Jeremie Frimpong (£30m from Bayer Leverkusen)

Edwards at the Helm of Multi-Club Vision

Beyond Anfield, Edwards is also leading FSG’s efforts to build a multi-club network, with Malaga reportedly among the clubs being targeted. While previous talks with Bordeaux fell through, Edwards remains committed to expanding Liverpool’s global football footprint.

He also turned down an offer from Al-Hilal earlier this year, reinforcing his dedication to the Liverpool project.

His decision to hire Arne Slot last summer played a key role in Liverpool clinching their 20th league title. Any new deal for Edwards signals continued stability and ambition under FSG.

As European football increasingly shifts toward multi-club ownership models, Liverpool’s leadership appears well-positioned to stay ahead.