Liverpool managing director Ian Ayre has expressed his gratitude towards recently-sacked academy director Frank McParland and head of academy coaching Rodolfo Borrell.

The Merseyside outfit have confirmed that the pair have agreed to leave the club following years within the Anfield setup.

Ayre told the club's official website: "We would like to place on record our thanks to both Frank and Rodolfo for the dedication and professionalism they have brought to the academy.

"Under Frank's leadership, the academy has produced a number of talented players who have progressed to first-team level. He has left solid foundations for future success.

"Rodolfo is a man totally dedicated to the profession of coaching and developing young talent, and the club has benefited greatly from his experience and expertise. The academy will now be focused on moving in a new direction aligned to the overall aspirations of Liverpool Football Club and its long-term success."

McParland was appointed to the director role by former manager Rafael Benitez in 2009.