Julian Ward return rumours ‘strongly denied’ – as Michael Edwards rejects offers – Liverpool FC

Claims that Julian Ward had returned to work on transfers with Liverpool have been “strongly denied,” with the sporting director position cleared up.

Towards the end of the summer transfer window, it was claimed that Ward had taken up a new position at Liverpool, months after departing.

Anfield Index‘s Dave Davis claimed that the former sporting director had been “involved” again since “mid-August,” inferring that he may have assisted in the signings of Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch.

This came amid concern over the role of Jorg Schmadtke and a lack of activity on the transfer front, with supporters growing wary of his input.

But The Athletic‘s James Pearce has brought word from both Liverpool and Ward, who have “strongly denied” claims he had rejoined the club as a consultant.

Instead, Ward has been “enjoying spending more time with his young family,”…