Dave Fallows is set to depart Liverpool Football Club by the end of this year. He joined the club in 2012 alongside Barry Hunter, who is now the chief scout, and has played a key role in its recruitment successes.
At 64, Fallows is highly respected for bringing in pivotal players like Mo Salah, who was signed from Roma in 2017 for £34.3 million. Other significant acquisitions under his direction include Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker, both of whom have greatly contributed to the team’s achievements. In a 2020 interview, Jurgen Klopp praised the scouting team, specifically mentioning Fallows, Michael Edwards, and Barry Hunter for promoting Salah’s signing. “The scouting department was really behind me,” Klopp noted. “Michael Edwards, Dave Fallows, and Barry [Hunter], they were really in my ear: ‘Come on, come on, Mo Salah, he’s the solution!’”
Paul Joyce reported Fallows’ upcoming exit on X (formerly Twitter), stating that he will leave after more than a decade as Liverpool’s director of scouting and recruitment. In a statement to the club’s website, Fallows expressed his appreciation for his time at Liverpool, emphasizing the support from fans and the friendships he has developed. “I have been very privileged to work for this incredible football club,” he remarked. “The fantastic people here, starting with the supporters, make it so special.”
Fallows is already involved in a transition process to ensure a smooth handover. After over ten years in such a demanding role, it’s natural he might seek a change. His departure follows that of other prominent figures at the club, such as former sporting director Michael Edwards, who left in 2021 after a decade. Working at a top club like Liverpool is undoubtedly rewarding but also comes with significant pressures. Fallows’ 12 years of dedicated service have left a lasting impact on the club’s recruitment legacy.
