Liverpool have confirmed that sporting director Richard Hughes has left the club, with sources indicating he is set to take up a comparable position at Saudi Pro League outfit Al Hilal.

Hughes's exit marks a significant shift at Anfield, where he had been responsible for overseeing the club's recruitment and transfer strategy. His move to the Saudi Pro League underlines the continued pull of that competition for top European football executives.

Al Hilal, one of the most prominent clubs in Saudi Arabia, have been aggressive in their pursuit of high-profile talent — both on the pitch and in the boardroom. The addition of Hughes would represent a notable appointment for the Riyadh-based side.

Liverpool have yet to announce a successor to Hughes, leaving questions over how the club will restructure its football operations ahead of the next transfer window.