Liverpool confirms departure of coaches Sean O'Driscoll, Gary McAllister

Liverpool's expected appointment of manager Jurgen Klopp has forced out a number of coaches at Anfield.

Sean O'Driscoll and Gary McAllister lost their jobs as assistant manager and first-team coach, respectively, on Thursday, being informed they're not part of Klopp's plans for the Merseyside club. O'Driscoll, however, will carry on with the Reds in an ambassadorial capacity.

Glen Driscoll, the head of performance, and Chris Davies, the head of opposition analysis, are also departing.

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From Liverpool's official website:

Liverpool Football Club can confirm Sean O'Driscoll, Gary McAllister, Glen Driscoll and Chris Davies have left their respective first-team roles at the club.

The club would like to place on record its thanks to all four men for the professionalism, commitment and dedication they have displayed during their time here, and the positive impact they have had in helping to support football operations and the team.

McAllister will remain with the club, albeit in a different role, not connected to first-team duties.

The Scot has accepted an ambassadorial position, which will allow the club to benefit from his strong connection and affinity with the supporters.

The club would also like to take this opportunity to wish Sean, Glen and Chris every success in the future.

O'Driscoll and McAllister joined Liverpool in the summer on one-year contracts as part of an overhaul of Brendan Rodgers' backroom staff. The former was apparently persuaded by Rodgers, who was sacked Sunday, to leave a coaching position at the Football Association.