Jurgen Klopp was seen soaking up the atmosphere at Anfield, as he prepares for his final game as manager of Liverpool.
Klopp stood inside the center circle at the revered home ground of the Reds, and he appeared like he was already missing the Merseyside-based club.
Certainly, it is the end of an era, with Jurgen Klopp finally at the exit door following nearly 9 spectacular years at Anfield.
The German’s presence at Liverpool brought about a lovely footballing culture, with the majority of the fans fully on board with his tactics and charisma.
Jurgen Klopp’s Final Game As Liverpool Manager
Klopp, who often embodies different demeanor will obviously be emotional on Sunday, May 19, 2024, as Liverpool host Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield.
That game will be the culminating game of the 2023/24 season and the end of Jurgen Klopp’s spell with the Reds.
The former Borussia Dortmund manager will be hoping that he has created a dynasty that can go on and rule European football for decades to come.
Jurgen Klopp At Liverpool
His years at Anfield were marked by remarkable successes, as he led Liverpool to domestic and continental glory.
Jurgen Klopp has guided the club to several trophies, including; 1 UEFA Champions League, 1 FIFA Club World Cup, and 1 Premier League title, ending the club’s 30-year wait for the league crown.
Despite not enjoying these successes in bountiful amounts, Klopp made Liverpool competitive, as they battled keenly across competitions.
They strived on many occasions to win another league title in his era, but they were often stopped by Pep Guardiola’s army, Manchester City.
Jurgen Klopp was appointed as Liverpool manager on October 8, 2015, and has taken charge of 488 matches thus far.
The German has an impressive win rate at the club, winning 303 games so far, drawing 100 matches and losing 85.
During his time in Merseyside, Liverpool also scored 1086 goals and conceded 550 goals.
Jurgen Klopp’s history at Liverpool cannot be blotted out of the history books, as he took them from their phase of perpetual nothingness to absolutely competing for honours.
Anyway, Klopp will be ending his stint at Anfield with the Carabao Cup title, as his side spiritedly defeated Chelsea 1-0 after extra time in February 2024, following a sublime header from Virgil Van Dijk.
Just One Trophy Won In Klopp’s Final Season At Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp was obviously looking to win more trophies with Liverpool this campaign, as they had ambitions of winning the quadruple.
Unfortunately, they will be ending the season with one trophy, having lost the opportunity to win the FA Cup and UEFA Europa League in the knockout stage.
Liverpool lost the chance to win the FA Cup after they were silenced by Manchester United 4-3 after extra time.
They were also bruised and battered in the Europa League quarter-final as they lost 3-1 on aggregate to Atalanta.
Liverpool fought keenly to win the Premier League title this term, however, they didn’t have the capacity to end as champions, and they will end the season in third position – a position Jurgen Klopp is proud of.
All the best to Klopp for the next phase of his career, either still in management or whatever he intends to go into.
