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Kuyt's Liverpool Assistant Coach Dreams Dashed as Pusic Emerges

6/11/2025

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Kuyt's Coaching Aspirations

Dirk Kuyt's hopes of becoming Liverpool's assistant coach have been dashed, as his agent announced the club will pursue other candidates after John Heitinga's exit to Ajax. Marino Pusic, a former collaborator of Arne Slot, now emerges as the frontrunner for the position, as Liverpool gears up for the new season.

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Lijnders Joins City

Pepijn Lijnders has stepped into the role of assistant coach at Manchester City, teaming up with ex-Liverpool analyst James French, now the set-piece coach. Lijnders, who previously thrived under Jürgen Klopp, shared heartfelt thanks for his Liverpool journey. Their arrival signals City’s determination to bounce back after a trophy-less season, gearing up for the Club World Cup and a fresh campaign.

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Kuyt's Coaching Aspirations

Dirk Kuyt's hopes of becoming Liverpool's assistant coach have been dashed, as his agent announced the club will pursue other candidates after John Heitinga's exit to Ajax. Marino Pusic, a former collaborator of Arne Slot, now emerges as the frontrunner for the position, as Liverpool gears up for the new season.

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