Liverpool appoint new academy technical manager

Liverpool appointed the former manager of Greek side Olympiakos Jose Segura as academy technical manager on Saturday.

Segura will take up his new role on June 1 and report to academy director Frank McParland.

The 48-year-old worked in Barcelona’s youth system and with Barca B team before moving to Greece with AEK Athens and then Olympiakos – where he won the Greek league and cup double last year.

“There’s a lot to do at the academy but we’ve worked hard to bring in the best people and Jose is a great appointment,” said Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez.

“He’s worked with some of the top young talent in Spain and knows the challenges faced in bringing through players to the first-team set-up.

“He’s also got experience at the top after his success with Olympiakos and I’m delighted that he’s agreed to join us.”