The next phase in Liverpool’s plan for life after Jurgen Klopp has begun. Richard Hughes has been appointed as the club’s new sporting director. He is a man who is well renowned in world football and who knows Michael Edwards, FSG’s new head of football operations, very well. Given Hughes’ pedigree, he seems like the ideal candidate for Liverpool. He works well with Edwards, has an understanding of data and an impressive track record at Bournemouth. Over the last couple of years, he has made impressive recruitments and has attracted some high-profile players to the club. Joining Liverpool will…