Liverpool are unbalanced and inconsistent... Jurgen Klopp needs leaders in defence and midfield, a commanding goalkeeper and a striker on the level of Daniel Sturridge
9 years ago

Liverpool are unbalanced and inconsistent... Jurgen Klopp needs leaders in defence and midfield, a commanding goalkeeper and a striker on the level of Daniel Sturridge

Daily Mail  

Klopp should target reinforcements in almost every position this summer Their soft underbelly was exposed in the 3-2 defeat by Southampton He finally has his best players fit but the team still lacks consistency Jurgen Klopp has endured a roller-coaster first six months at Liverpool It has been a curate's-egg of a season for Liverpool that has encompassed a change of manager, a Wembley final and a run to the quarter-finals of the Europa League. Jurgen Klopp was left frustrated by Liverpool's second-half collapse against Southampton on Sunday Here Sportsmail assess the Liverpool squad going into the final third of the season, and what Jurgen Klopp must do to turn the club around after an eventful first six months in charge. Defence Martin Skrtel returned to the team on Sunday but endured a torrid time as Southampton came from behind Traditionally seen as the club's achilles heel under Brendan Rodgers, Klopp has seen his efforts at transforming Liverpool constantly undermined by the brittle defence. Christian Benteke has struggled to adapt at the club and Jurgen Klopp showed his frustrations on Sunday Christian Benteke was meant to be that man when Rodgers backed him to the tune of £32m, but the Belgian has shown little adaptability to the way Klopp plays and the German was shown remonstrating in the aftermath of Sunday's second-half debacle.

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Liverpool must improve five areas of their squad in the next five months to turn it from title-winners into a serious dynasty both here and in Europe - this is how they can do it, writes LEWIS STEELE
1 week, 1 day ago

Liverpool must improve five areas of their squad in the next five months to turn it from title-winners into a serious dynasty both here and in Europe - this is how they can do it, writes LEWIS STEELE

Daily Mail  

The setting is a convention centre just down the road from the home of the Boston Red Sox, Fenway Park, on a cheerful spring afternoon not too dissimilar from the weather in the United Kingdom this week. Michael Edwards' triumphant return to Liverpool was announced a year ago The respected sporting director saw the Reds crashed out of the Champions …

Premier League champions-elect Liverpool leave mark on Man City
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Premier League champions-elect Liverpool leave mark on Man City

New Indian Express  

MANCHESTER: Tired of finishing second best to Manchester City, Liverpool took revenge on the English champions with a 2-0 victory at the Etihad on Sunday to strike a potentially decisive blow in the Premier League title race. Arne Slot's men enjoy a commanding 11-point lead over second-placed Arsenal, whose 1-0 home defeat to West Ham on Saturday realistically ended their …

Liverpool dealt huge injury blow with first team star 'to miss significant chunk of Premier League title run-in'
1 month, 1 week ago

Liverpool dealt huge injury blow with first team star 'to miss significant chunk of Premier League title run-in'

Daily Mail  

A member of the Liverpool first team is set of a lengthy spell on the sidelines Liverpool have been dealt an injury blow with one first team player expected to sidelined for much for the remainder of the season. The Reds' march to the title hit a speedbump on Wednesday night as Everton scored a controversial 97th minute equaliser in …

Liverpool 3-1 Leicester: Reds move SEVEN points clear at the top of the Premier League after surviving an early scare from the Foxes - with Mo Salah among the goals again at Anfield
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liverpool 3-1 Leicester: Reds move SEVEN points clear at the top of the Premier League after surviving an early scare from the Foxes - with Mo Salah among the goals again at Anfield

Daily Mail  

They’ve grown accustomed, over the years, to the thick fog which can drift up to this place from the Mersey and obscure the way. Though there was a temptation, having conceded early, to throw the sink at Leicester, they spent 39 tense minutes calmly and inexorably securing the equaliser which by the end had extended into a 22nd win in …

Liverpool 2-2 Fulham: Resilient Reds extend unbeaten run to 19 games after twice coming from behind despite being down to 10 men following Andy Robertson's early red card
3 months, 1 week ago

Liverpool 2-2 Fulham: Resilient Reds extend unbeaten run to 19 games after twice coming from behind despite being down to 10 men following Andy Robertson's early red card

Daily Mail  

This was a game not about skill but mentality. And ultimately neither landed that crucial knockout blow, as 10-man Liverpool twice fought from behind to earn a battling draw thanks to substitute Diogo Jota coming back with a bang to equalise on 86 minutes. Diogo Jota scored a late equaliser to earn Liverpool a 2-2 draw with Fulham on Saturday …

Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge says the players are 'buying into' Arne Slot after Chelsea scalp as Micah Richards credits new manager for making title challengers a lot more solid defensive
5 months ago

Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge says the players are 'buying into' Arne Slot after Chelsea scalp as Micah Richards credits new manager for making title challengers a lot more solid defensive

Daily Mail  

LISTEN NOW: It's All Kicking Off!, available wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Monday and Thursday New manager Arne Slot has guided the Reds to the top of the table Sky Sports pundits Daniel Sturridge, Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher were full of praise for new Liverpool manager Arne Slot after his side's 2-1 victory over Chelsea on …

Liverpool set to kick off post-Jurgen Klopp era without new signings; Slot confirms failed bid for Zubimendi
7 months ago

Liverpool set to kick off post-Jurgen Klopp era without new signings; Slot confirms failed bid for Zubimendi

India TV News  

Liverpool will kick off their English Premier League 2024-25 campaign against Ipswich Town on Saturday, August 17. The Reds will be playing their first match after Jurgen Klopp's successful nine years at Anfield and will target a positive start to new manager Arne Slot's era. The 19-time Premier League winners enjoyed an impressive pre-season campaign with statement wins over Arsenal …

Liverpool’s 20 best players under Jurgen Klopp as manager departs after eight trophies
10 months ago

Liverpool’s 20 best players under Jurgen Klopp as manager departs after eight trophies

The Independent  

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Jurgen Klopp admits next season would have been 'tricky' if he had stayed at Liverpool - but insists he WILL be back to watch games at Anfield... 'even if the next manager doesn't like it!'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jurgen Klopp admits next season would have been 'tricky' if he had stayed at Liverpool - but insists he WILL be back to watch games at Anfield... 'even if the next manager doesn't like it!'

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp believes that if he had not made the shock decision to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, the club would have struggled next year. It doesn't seem Klopp is going to get the fairytale ending of a Premier League title after a major drop in form from the Reds, and he doesn't think next season would …

Jurgen Klopp has lost Liverpool’s greatest strength – just as time runs out
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jurgen Klopp has lost Liverpool’s greatest strength – just as time runs out

The Independent  

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Liverpool failed but gave fans hope that the Jurgen Klopp era can still have a magical ending, writes LEWIS STEELE
11 months ago

Liverpool failed but gave fans hope that the Jurgen Klopp era can still have a magical ending, writes LEWIS STEELE

Daily Mail  

We're all tired, but it's dangerous to spread that message. Salah’s goal after just seven minutes set the senses tingling that another great comeback was well on the cards but Gian Piero Gasperini’s hard-working side soon settled and induced this tie to fizzle out. The task in Atalanta proved too much for Liverpool after a disastrous first leg Harvey Elliott …

Liverpool in suicide mode? The drama surrounding Klopp and his successor is sure hurting them on the pitch
11 months ago

Liverpool in suicide mode? The drama surrounding Klopp and his successor is sure hurting them on the pitch

Hindustan Times  

The last few days have been pure horror for Liverpool. Now they are in contention for three having already bagged the League Cup, but the way they have played recently, more heart-breaks appear in store, which leaves one to wonder if their frantic attempt to find a successor for Jurgen Klopp is now distracting the team and affecting its performance …

Jamie Redknapp says Liverpool have got to be 'more clinical' after shock Crystal Palace defeat as Paul Merson claims Jurgen Klopp's side have no 'natural goalscorer'
11 months, 1 week ago

Jamie Redknapp says Liverpool have got to be 'more clinical' after shock Crystal Palace defeat as Paul Merson claims Jurgen Klopp's side have no 'natural goalscorer'

Daily Mail  

Jamie Redknapp has blasted Liverpool for their wastefulness after Sunday's shock 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Anfield. The Reds were dealt a serious blow in their hunt Premier League title as Eberechi Eze scored the only goal in Palace’s shock 1-0 win at Anfield. Jurgen Klopp’s side were punished for a poor start by Eze after 14 minutes and …

Jurgen Klopp puts his trust in his young stars after Liverpool's Carabao Cup success... as Bobby Clark, James McConnell and Lewis Koumas all start for the Reds' in their FA Cup clash vs Southampton
1 year ago

Jurgen Klopp puts his trust in his young stars after Liverpool's Carabao Cup success... as Bobby Clark, James McConnell and Lewis Koumas all start for the Reds' in their FA Cup clash vs Southampton

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp has placed his trust in Liverpool's young stars for Liverpool's FA Cup fifth round clash against Southampton tonight, with Bobby Clark, James McConnell and Lewis Koumas all set to start for the reds. Bobby Clark is one of several young stars who will start for Liverpool against Southampton tonight Jarrell Quansah and Harvey Elliott are both set to …

Jurgen Klopp expects same attitude from Liverpool players after shock exit news
1 year, 1 month ago

Jurgen Klopp expects same attitude from Liverpool players after shock exit news

The Independent  

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Jurgen Klopp turned doubters into believers – but now the day Liverpool dreaded has come
1 year, 1 month ago

Jurgen Klopp turned doubters into believers – but now the day Liverpool dreaded has come

New York Times  

As football news bombshells go, Jurgen Klopp’s announcement on Friday morning was right up there. But no, that really was Klopp furrowing his brow, exhaling, taking a moment to compose himself, looking straight into the camera and saying: “I will leave the club at the end of the season.” It was the moment Liverpool supporters have dreaded — one that …

Jurgen Klopp conjures another Liverpool escape as Fulham rue missed opportunity
1 year, 2 months ago

Jurgen Klopp conjures another Liverpool escape as Fulham rue missed opportunity

The Independent  

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Jurgen Klopp much happier with Liverpool form after ‘horrible’ start to 2023
1 year, 2 months ago

Jurgen Klopp much happier with Liverpool form after ‘horrible’ start to 2023

The Independent  

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Premier League: Klopp happy with Liverpool’s progress after team rebuild
1 year, 3 months ago

Premier League: Klopp happy with Liverpool’s progress after team rebuild

The Hindu  

Jurgen Klopp said he is happy with the progress of his rebuilt Liverpool team as it bids to go top of the Premier League at Crystal Palace on Saturday. Liverpool’s midfield was remodelled following a disappointing campaign last season, with a series of big-name players leaving the club, including captain Jordan Henderson and Fabinho. Our new leadership group are all …

Jurgen Klopp admits 'it doesn't look good' for Joel Matip after he limped out of the Reds' 4-3 win over Fulham, raising fears the Liverpool defender could be set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines
1 year, 3 months ago

Jurgen Klopp admits 'it doesn't look good' for Joel Matip after he limped out of the Reds' 4-3 win over Fulham, raising fears the Liverpool defender could be set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines

Daily Mail  

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has raised fears that Joel Matip could be set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after he limped out of the team's 4-3 win against Fulham on Sunday. Klopp admitted after the match that it was unlikely to be a 'short one' when responding to Matip's potential lay-off, and he failed to give a more …

Liverpool 4-3 Fulham: Trent Alexander-Arnold scores dramatic 88th-minute winner to keep Reds in touch with Arsenal following Wataru Endo's equaliser a minute earlier - after visitors stunned Anfield
1 year, 3 months ago

Liverpool 4-3 Fulham: Trent Alexander-Arnold scores dramatic 88th-minute winner to keep Reds in touch with Arsenal following Wataru Endo's equaliser a minute earlier - after visitors stunned Anfield

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp had pulled his snood over his face. This stadium was silenced by Fulham’s third goal but started to grow in noise, willing their team on, and soon Liverpool’s players grew in belief and sent Anfield into pandemonium. Alexis Mac Allister scored a fine goal from distance to give Liverpool a 2-1 lead in the first half MATCH FACTS …

Manchester City vs Liverpool, Premier League: When, where to watch, live streaming info
1 year, 3 months ago

Manchester City vs Liverpool, Premier League: When, where to watch, live streaming info

The Hindu  

Manchester City is at the top of the Premier League table at the moment and have been fairly impressive this season. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is hopeful striker Erling Haaland will be fit to play. Goalkeeper Ederson and defender Nathan Ake also appear likely to be available despite withdrawing from international duty. Defender Ibrahima Konate along with midfielders Curtis …

New-look Liverpool Face Acid Test of Title Credentials at Manchester City
1 year, 3 months ago

New-look Liverpool Face Acid Test of Title Credentials at Manchester City

News 18  

Liverpool head to Manchester City on Saturday for a clash between the Premier League’s top two teams, hoping to prove they are once again genuine title contenders. Liverpool trail City by a single point at the top of the Premier League table, having lost just once in 12 Premier League games this season, in highly controversial fashion at Tottenham in …

Jurgen Klopp must decide on three key areas to find strongest Liverpool XI
1 year, 4 months ago

Jurgen Klopp must decide on three key areas to find strongest Liverpool XI

The Independent  

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Liverpool’s new double-act are surprising even Jurgen Klopp
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool’s new double-act are surprising even Jurgen Klopp

The Independent  

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Liverpool Reloaded: How an Ironman, Alisson pay bump and triple sessions sparked flying start
1 year, 6 months ago

Liverpool Reloaded: How an Ironman, Alisson pay bump and triple sessions sparked flying start

New York Times  

It was a summer of upheaval at Liverpool. Mohamed Salah remains committed to Liverpool Owners Fenway Sports Group stood firm, Salah stayed put, and on deadline day two weeks ago Ryan Gravenberch became the club’s fourth signing of the window following deals for Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai and Wataru Endo. It’s still early days but there’s an energy, dynamism …

Klopp adamant Mo's a no-go
1 year, 6 months ago

Klopp adamant Mo's a no-go

China Daily  

Mo Salah, pictured in action against Aston Villa on Sunday, is a target for Saudi club Al-Ittihad, but Liverpool has rejected an offer close to $200 million for the Egyptian forward. REUTERS Boss insists Salah 'committed' to Reds as Saudis ready another monster offer LIVERPOOL — Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said Mo Salah wants to remain at Anfield after scoring …

Liverpool reinvented as midfield shuffle hints at Jurgen Klopp’s past
1 year, 6 months ago

Liverpool reinvented as midfield shuffle hints at Jurgen Klopp’s past

The Independent  

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No space for failure in transfer market for Liverpool: Klopp
1 year, 6 months ago

No space for failure in transfer market for Liverpool: Klopp

The Hindu  

Liverpool’s margin for error in the transfer market is slim compared to its rivals, manager Jurgen Klopp said, while acknowledging that it is not easy to work with budget constraints. “There was one year when money was less of an issue because Phil went to Barcelona and we could do two sensational transfers.” The Merseyside club had strengthened at the …

Premier League: How will Liverpool line up in the 2023-24 season?
1 year, 7 months ago

Premier League: How will Liverpool line up in the 2023-24 season?

The Hindu  

Liverpool is facing a year without Champions League football after finishing fifth in the Premier League last season. FILE PHOTO- Klopp’s rebuild: Liverpool is undergoing its first big overhaul under Jurgen Klopp, with a completely new midfield adding to a much-changed forward line and the repositioning of Trent Alexander-Arnold. | Photo Credit: Rui Vieira/ AP Midfielders The two new signings …

Get ready for Liverpool 2.0 under revitalized Jurgen Klopp after offseason overhaul
1 year, 7 months ago

Get ready for Liverpool 2.0 under revitalized Jurgen Klopp after offseason overhaul

Associated Press  

There’s a word Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has used a few times when he talks about the upcoming Premier League season. Klopp said he still feels that tingle of excitement about what’s around the corner, especially because he is desperate to make up for last season when Liverpool didn’t even qualify for the Champions League. The fever, the power, the …

Liverpool left with midfield muddle – but Reds have reason for optimism
1 year, 7 months ago

Liverpool left with midfield muddle – but Reds have reason for optimism

The Independent  

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Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp wanted a midfield change – instead he got a revolution
1 year, 7 months ago

Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp wanted a midfield change – instead he got a revolution

The Independent  

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Jurgen Klopp won't take break from management despite Liverpool's struggles
1 year, 9 months ago

Jurgen Klopp won't take break from management despite Liverpool's struggles

Firstpost  

London: Jurgen Klopp insists he does not need a break from management as he looks to put Liverpool back on track after their troubled season. Klopp’s side missed out on Champions League qualification after finishing outside the top four for the first time in a full season under his leadership. A 4-4 draw at Southampton on the last day of …

Premier League: Liverpool confirms exit of Milner, Firmino among four first team stars
1 year, 10 months ago

Premier League: Liverpool confirms exit of Milner, Firmino among four first team stars

The Hindu  

Liverpool confirmed that four of its former first team stars, Roberto Firmino, Naby Keita, James Milner and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, will be leaving the club this summer. The four all played their part in Klopp’s side winning the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup in 2019, before becoming the first Liverpool team to clinch the league title …

Liverpool 3-2 Nottingham Forest: Jurgen Klopp's side move up to seventh
1 year, 10 months ago

Liverpool 3-2 Nottingham Forest: Jurgen Klopp's side move up to seventh

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp's arms were whirring like the blades of helicopter, the message behind the gesture obvious as the seconds ticked down. ‘The first one we could have cleared from the first contact and the second we have not marked properly… Really avoidable.’ Liverpool moved up to seventh with victory over Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday Mo Salah scored the …

Liverpool boss Klopp 'surprised' by Firmino's decision to leave
2 years ago

Liverpool boss Klopp 'surprised' by Firmino's decision to leave

Hindustan Times  

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said he was "a little bit surprised" by Roberto Firmino's decision to leave the club at the end of the season but wants to end the Brazilian forward's eight-year Anfield career on a high. Liverpool's Roberto Firmino is in action during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Everton at the Anfield stadium in …

Liverpool needs self-belief to turn around season: Klopp
2 years ago

Liverpool needs self-belief to turn around season: Klopp

The Hindu  

Liverpool must believe in themselves if it is to find stability and consistency in the midst of a trying season, coach Juergen Klopp said ahead of their Premier League game at Crystal Palace on Saturday. Following a poor run of results, the Merseyside club had raised spirits at Anfield with 2-0 league wins over Everton and Newcastle United, but Klopp …

Liverpool rebuild begins now after Real Madrid humiliation
2 years ago

Liverpool rebuild begins now after Real Madrid humiliation

The Hindu  

A night that began with a Liverpool rebellion on and off the field ended with a chorus of “Oles” from the visiting support as Real Madrid ran riot to win the first leg of its Champions League last 16 tie 5-2. Instead Liverpool’s frailties were brutally exposed by the Spanish giant despite conceding twice inside the first 15 minutes. The …

Jurgen Klopp is ready for a spectacular battle for the top four
2 years, 2 months ago

Jurgen Klopp is ready for a spectacular battle for the top four

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp considers a top-four finish this season as one of the toughest challenges he has faced at Liverpool because of the unprecedented competition. Klopp's side face Leicester on Friday night five points off a Champions League spot, with the German working on the basis of five clubs fighting for two places — with Arsenal and Manchester City out of …

Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool to be ‘pain in the backside’ for top-four rivals
2 years, 2 months ago

Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool to be ‘pain in the backside’ for top-four rivals

The Independent  

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So many questions that Jurgen Klopp can't answer...
2 years, 4 months ago

So many questions that Jurgen Klopp can't answer...

Daily Mail  

The question came, inevitably, but Jurgen Klopp was in no mood to give it too much thought. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp's frustration following another disappointing result is palpable They are giving up chances too easily, teams are running through their midfield at will and don't look like scoring. This is, without question, the biggest challenge of Jurgen Klopp's reign and …

Jurgen Klopp faces a solution to Liverpool’s problems in the spiritual home of 4-3-3
2 years, 4 months ago

Jurgen Klopp faces a solution to Liverpool’s problems in the spiritual home of 4-3-3

The Independent  

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Roberto Firmino: How Jurgen Klopp’s ‘engine’ became Liverpool’s main man again
2 years, 5 months ago

Roberto Firmino: How Jurgen Klopp’s ‘engine’ became Liverpool’s main man again

New York Times  

Roberto Firmino looked destined to be a support act for Liverpool this season. “It’s extremely helpful for us that even when we’re not in the best ever moment as a team, the boys still know where the goal is.” Nunez’s difficult adaptation period, injuries to Jota and Diaz, and Klopp’s recent switch to a 4-4-2 formation have contributed to the …

Jurgen Klopp is under scrutiny but Liverpool can regenerate
2 years, 5 months ago

Jurgen Klopp is under scrutiny but Liverpool can regenerate

Daily Mail  

Earlier this week a contractual post-match interview given by Jurgen Klopp to a Scandinavian TV company in the wake of Liverpool's 3-2 Premier League defeat at Arsenal circulated online. Former Liverpool player Didi Hamann suggested that Klopp's time at Anfield was ending Reds boss Klopp snapped at a reporter at a presser after he asked about Hamann's criticism Klopp gave …

GRAEME SOUNESS: This is the biggest test Liverpool players have known - Klopp must refresh the team
2 years, 5 months ago

GRAEME SOUNESS: This is the biggest test Liverpool players have known - Klopp must refresh the team

Daily Mail  

It was probably a shock to Liverpool when I told them I wanted to leave the club, in the winter of 1983, though what happened next showed how they were always looking ahead from their position at the top of British football. Liverpool are in that situation after a very good few years and I'm surprised Jurgen Klopp hasn't done …

Klopp admits Liverpool 'have to improve' and hints at big tactical change as the Reds face Rangers
2 years, 5 months ago

Klopp admits Liverpool 'have to improve' and hints at big tactical change as the Reds face Rangers

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp made the situation sound simple but, as he was gloomily resting his chin on his hand, his body language told you simple wasn't an option. Jurgen Klopp knows his side are in for a tough battle when Rangers visit Anfield on Tuesday Such is the manager's concern, he is even considering tweaking his formation to make Liverpool difficult …

Jurgen Klopp compares Liverpool's issues to the ones faced by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
2 years, 5 months ago

Jurgen Klopp compares Liverpool's issues to the ones faced by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Daily Mail  

Jurgen Klopp wants his Liverpool side to 'fight' their way back into form after comparing the team's confidence issues to the ones faced by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in recent times. Jurgen Klopp has admitted that his Liverpool side are struggling with a lack of confidence He has also pointed out that Cristiano Ronaldo is struggling at Man United …

Jurgen Klopp faces a battle he thought he had overcome to try and get the Liverpool faithful onside
2 years, 5 months ago

Jurgen Klopp faces a battle he thought he had overcome to try and get the Liverpool faithful onside

Daily Mail  

Virgil van Dijk insisted there was no hangover from pain of May when they lost out on the Premier League and Champions League titles narrowly Jurgen Klopp defended his team saying they can play much better than this Manager admitted his team were not good enough and situation must be sorted Further dropped points has seen a further erosion of …

Liverpool need to ‘reinvent’ themselves – so how does Jurgen Klopp do it?
2 years, 6 months ago

Liverpool need to ‘reinvent’ themselves – so how does Jurgen Klopp do it?

The Independent  

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