Liverpool FC also said that, in addition to coach Jurgen Klopp leaving, the 56-year-old German coach's assistants such as Pepijn Lijnders, Peter Krawietz and coach Vitor Matos all left. Of which, coach Pepijn Lijnders wants to pursue his own career.
Coach Jurgen Klopp leaves Liverpool after 8 and a half years of association
It is unclear why coach Jurgen Klopp and his staff decided to part ways, as the coach still has a contract with Liverpool until June 2026.
On Liverpool's website, manager Jurgen Klopp explained: "I can understand that this is a shock for many people at this time. I love everything about the club, the city of Liverpool and all the fans. But the fact that I have made this decision shows that at some point I have to make a decision. It is difficult to explain, but exhaustion was part of the factors that led to this decision. I am absolutely fine now. But the truth is the truth. I knew I had to make a decision, even though it was very sad. It is also a good time, because the club will have time to prepare for the transition."
According to Liverpool FC, coach Jurgen Klopp will continue his work with the team until the end of the season. This includes the goal of winning the Premier League (currently leading the table), reaching the League Cup final (against Chelsea), reaching the fourth round of the FA Cup against Norwich City and the round of 16 of the Europa League.
Coach Jurgen Klopp has won every championship at club level with Liverpool
Coach Jurgen Klopp was appointed to lead Liverpool in October 2015. This was considered a revolutionary appointment for the Anfield team in their journey to regain glory.
Since then, the German strategist has helped Liverpool win the 2018-2019 Champions League, become runner-up twice in the 2017-2018 and 2021-2022 seasons, win the 2019-2020 Premier League, win the FA Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, League Cup and 2 English and European Super Cups.
Coach Jurgen Klopp's sudden announcement to leave Liverpool in the middle of the 2023-2024 season is considered extremely unusual and has surprised the media in England.
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