Hull chairman Duffen dismisses reports he is to become Reds new chief executive

Hull City chairman Paul Duffen has dismissed reports that he is a contender to become Liverpool's new chief executive reports Sky Sports.

Liverpool football club have been seeking a replacement for Rick Parry who left at the end of last season.

Duffen however has branded the speculation 'ridiculous'.

"It's a great example of the silly season at work, it's ridiculous," Duffen told the Hull Daily Mail.

"I am completely focused on working with the manager and strengthening the squad for next season."

Search for Parry’s replacement steps up

Liverpool have intensified their search for departing chief executive Rick Parry’s replacement.

Recruitment specialists Odgers Berndtson have been appointed to head hunt Parry’s successor and they have now placed an advertisement on their official website as they look for the right person to fill the role. According to the advert, a "significant package" is available to the successful candidate.

The role also asks for someone with: “outstanding leadership” who can give the club “clear direction to the club through its next phase of development, ensuring it performs exceptionally both on and off the field.” And “Create a culture of excellence and ambition”. The candidate must “Ensure the Manager and his support group has the necessary resources and support to enable the team to win European and Domestic Championships.” And “Empathy with the values and heritage of the most successful football club in the history of English football and a deep-rooted love of the game.” Notably there is no mention of direct involvement in footballing matters, but the candidate “will drive the commercial side of the club, leveraging the monetary value of the brand and world-wide fan base.”

The applications for the role need to be received by 8th June, which indicates interviews could possibly take place in the coming weeks and the role filled before the end of June.

New Chief Executive appointment moves closer

The selection of Rick Parry’s successor as Liverpool FC Chief Executive took a step closer after Tom Hicks and George Gillett appointed recruitment consultants Odgers Berndtson claims The Telegraph. Simon Cummins, head of sports for the recruitment firm will be responsible for compiling the list of suitable candidates for the role. Cummins was interviewed by both Hicks and Gillett indicating the pair are certainly working more closely then in previous months and can only be a positive thing for the club. The article goes on to say that the owners “want a world-class candidate capable of representing the club and helping extend Liverpool’s commercial reach, though their ability to work with Benitez will be as important.” This sounds promising. Let’s hope the club employs someone with world class aspirations and modern business acumen, whilst having a firm gasp of the traditions of the club.