Jurgen Klopp confirms he might return to coach Liverpool

Coach Jurgen Klopp states he remains open to the chance of returning to Liverpool someday, in any capacity.

Liverpool is currently experiencing their worst run of form since Arne Slot took charge last summer.

Despite significant reinforcements this season, spending around £400 million including a record £125 million signing of Alexander Isak, The Kop have yet to fully harness the potential of their new stars. In fact, they are going through four consecutive losses across all competitions, most recently a defeat against their arch-rivals Manchester United at Anfield.

Although Arne Slot is not yet under pressure to leave, the situation could change if results do not improve soon.

Appearing on the podcast Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett (recorded before the loss to Man Utd), Jurgen Klopp, the legendary former Liverpool manager, said he might return to Anfield if the club invites him, but also emphasized that this is unlikely in the near future.

Specifically, the German tactician shared: "I once said I would not manage any other team in England. That means if I return, it would only be Liverpool. Theoretically, yes, but in reality, I don’t know what would bring me back. I am very satisfied with my current job.

I don’t remember the feeling of coaching. I still ‘coach’, but in a different way, not with players. I don’t recall standing in the rain for three hours, or doing three press conferences a week, or stressing over dozens of injuries. Who would remember those things? I don’t.

I don’t remember the locker room, even after over 1,000 matches in my career. I don’t have to decide now whether to retire fully; I let the future decide. I love my current work, and only when I’m fully focused can I do it well."

Jurgen Klopp was the one who initiated one of Liverpool’s most successful eras.

Under his leadership, Liverpool experienced a brilliant revival, ending a 30-year wait by winning the historic Premier League title in 2020. Before that, the German coach led the Merseyside club to conquer the 2019 Champions League crown, followed by the FIFA Club World Cup title in the same season.

After bidding farewell at the end of the 2023/24 season, Klopp did not leave football entirely. He took on the role of Global Football Director at the Red Bull group, continuing to contribute his expertise and experience in another aspect of the sport he is passionate about.

With Liverpool facing difficulties both in gameplay and morale, Jurgen Klopp might partly address the existing issues at Anfield, thanks to his experience from his years working in England.

However, Arne Slot is likely to maintain the trust of The Kop’s management, especially after leading the team to the Premier League title last season with impressive consistency throughout the campaign.

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