Liverpool SACKED Damien Comolli after a review from owners Fenway Sports Group, it has been revealed.

The Telegraph says Liverpool sacked the Director of Football after FSG reviewed the club's failure in the transfer market that saw high-profile and expensive acquisitions such as Andy Carroll contribute to a chastening season in the Premier League.

The owners are believed to feel they rushed the appointment of the Frenchman in the aftermath of buying the club, though the timing of his departure will no doubt shock Comolli.

The decision was made following a face-to-face meeting between Comolli and the owners, in the UK for this weekend's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.