Replacing a manager who has been the linchpin of the club for so many years is an unenviable task.

There is no doubt the gap Jurgen Klopp leaves when he bids farewell to Liverpool at the end of the season is one that will be nigh on impossible to fill.

Having collected eight trophies during his nine seasons in charge, the German has brought exceptional success to the Merseyside club, earning himself widespread praise.

As Liverpool look set to name Arne Slot as Klopp's successor, they know they will be hard-pressed to land another like him.

But Klopp is not the only manager departing this season who is set to leave a considerable void in the club.

After 12 years in charge of Chelsea Women, Emma Hayes will leave her post at the club as she goes to take over as manager of the US Women's