It's now or never, bid is coming and Michael Edwards has to decide

It's now or never, bid is coming and Michael Edwards has to decide Michael Edwards has a big decision on his hands. The club chief already made a big decision last month to dismiss Arne Slot, but he still has a couple of huge calls to make. Right now there is a sense of renewed optimism around Anfield as a new era starts to take shape. Andoni Iraola has received widespread acclaim for his work at Bournemouth, where he oversaw a remarkable transformation, turning a side expected to battle relegation into one of the Premier League’s most vibrant and entertaining teams. Liverpool fans can rightly feel excited about what is to come under the Spaniard. Bournemouth have embraced a fearless, attack-minded identity, playing with intensity, confidence and purpose, and ultimately securing European qualification - an achievement that would have seemed highly unlikely given the club’s usual expectations and resources. Iraola's teams are built on high energy, aggressive pressing and a clear commitment to playing on the front foot. They look to dominate without the ball, attack quickly when possession is won, and operate with a distinct tactical identity that is consistently visible. Beyond his tactical approach, there is also a strong belief that Iraola has the personality needed to manage a club of Liverpool’s stature. He appears capable of building strong relationships within the dressing room while also connecting with supporters - qualities that are often just as crucial as coaching philosophy when leading a club with such high expectations and global scrutiny. He is a perfect match for Liverpool in many ways but there is no denying his playing style is going to require change. But notably in midfield, where there could be a bit of a shake-up. There’s already a bit of uncertainty around Alexis Mac Allister and Curtis Jones. Jones is heading into the final year of his contract, and with no real breakthrough in talks yet, Liverpool might soon have to make a call if a good offer comes in. Mac Allister’s situation is a bit more complicated. He’s still one of Liverpool’s most technically gifted midfielders, but there are some questions about whether he fully fits the high-energy, high-press style Iraola is expected to bring in. With his deal now into its last two years, Liverpool are reaching an important point. They’ve usually been quite careful about not letting valuable players get too close to the end of their contracts without either extending them or selling at the right time. To add to that, there’s also reported interest from clubs like Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. If Liverpool were ever going to think about a sale, this summer might be the best chance to get top value before his price starts to drop later on.