Arne Slot called on Liverpool’s players and supporters to pick up where they left off under Jurgen Klopp as he predicted a smooth transition ahead of his first season in charge at Anfield. The 45-year-old, who formally began work on June 1st, praised his predecessor for helping launch a “fantastic era” for the Premier League, […]
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Jurgen Klopp returns to Anfield for Taylor Swift takeover
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has returned to his beloved Anfield to watch pop superstar Taylor Swift in concert. Klopp bid an emotional farewell to Liverpool when he stepped down as manager of the Premier League team at the end of last season, having achieved seven major trophies during his nine-year tenure. “So back in […]
Caoimhin Kelleher buoyed by Jurgen Klopp’s ‘nice words’
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher will embark upon the latest phase of his career with a ringing endorsement from Jurgen Klopp. The 25-year-old has admitted he may have to leave Liverpool to fulfil his ambition of playing regular top-flight football after deputising for Alisson Becker during his most productive season to date. Whether his […]
Arne Slot has to accept Jurgen Klopp comparisons at Liverpool, says Jan Molby
Former Liverpool midfielder Jan Molby believes new manager Arne Slot will have to accept comparisons to predecessor Jurgen Klopp until he establishes a winning formula at Anfield. The Dutchman has left Feyenoord to take on the unenviable task of succeeding Klopp, who won every club trophy with the exception of the Europa League during almost […]
Liverpool hope perfectionist Arne Slot continues Jurgen Klopp’s legacy
Arne Slot may idolise Pep Guardiola but Liverpool see him as a natural successor to Jurgen Klopp. The 45-year-old Dutchman, who was confirmed as the new head coach at Anfield on Monday, has earned a reputation as a perfectionist and control freak and has said the City boss and Lionel Messi are the two people […]
Jurgen Klopp ‘absolutely fine’ with trophy haul as he departs Liverpool
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists he did not waste a minute of his time at the club and is “absolutely fine” with the amount of silverware he won. Klopp will bow out at Anfield on Sunday after eight and a half years having won eight pieces of silverware, including one Premier League title after a […]
Jurgen Klopp impressed by his own professionalism during Liverpool draw at Villa
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp jokingly hailed his own professionalism after keeping his emotions in check in his final away game in charge. Klopp looked to have ended his last match on the road with victory as the Reds led Aston Villa 3-1 with seven minutes of normal time remaining. However, two late goals from Jhon […]
Jurgen Klopp defends under-fire Darwin Nunez after future speculation escalates
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a concerted defence of under-fire striker Darwin Nunez after speculation about his future escalated. Following Sunday’s 4-2 win over Tottenham, the Uruguay international, who missed a relatively-simple one-on-one with goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario after coming on as a substitute, deleted all pictures of him playing for Liverpool from his Instagram account. […]
Jurgen Klopp says ‘pressure is off’ with Liverpool’s title hopes ‘probably’ over
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp accepts the pressure is now off after dropping out of the title race and he wants his players to enjoy their final three games with him. Klopp, who leaves at the end of the season, believes his side will not overtake rivals Arsenal or Manchester City in the Premier League. The […]
Jurgen Klopp attacks state of English football and ‘overworked’ Premier League
Outgoing Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a lengthy and wide-ranging attack on the state of English football after claiming the Premier League is “overworked not overrated”. Klopp’s side were one of a number of English clubs who failed to get past the quarter-final stage in Europe this season, with Aston Villa – the last team […]
Arne Slot will take ‘best job in the world’ if he joins Liverpool – Jurgen Klopp
Jurgen Klopp believes Feyenoord boss Arne Slot will inherit the “best job in the world” if he is to succeed him as Liverpool manager. Liverpool are in negotiations with the Dutch club to secure the services of Slot, who has in turn spoken of his desire to take charge at Anfield. Klopp is standing down […]
Jurgen Klopp apologises to Liverpool fans after Merseyside derby defeat
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp apologised to fans for the Merseyside derby defeat at Everton which has left his side needing a “crisis” to affect Arsenal and Manchester City in order to salvage their almost-impossible title hopes. The German’s last visit to Goodison Park ended in his first defeat there, having previously won two and drawn […]