Iraola emerged as the primary target after the surprise sacking of Arne Slot last weekend.

Bournemouth’s former boss was quickly identified as the primary target following the surprise sacking of head coach Arne Slot on Saturday.

Iraola is a free agent after leaving Bournemouth and the Press Association understands an official approach will be made next week.

Salah was left out of Liverpool’s midweek Champions League trip to Inter Milan following his explosive comments last weekend.

The centre-back is entering the final year of his current deal