“The most influential guy in the last years” — Klopp on Pep Lijnders

In one swoop, Liverpool are set to lose great personalities who were responsible for shaping the identity of the club and the team, and fans can’t help but wonder what the future has planned for Pep Lijnders and Jurgen Klopp as they depart the club at the end of the season.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has showered praise on assistant manager Pep Lijnders, as the 41-year-old prepares to leave the club at the end of the season.

Klopp acknowledged Lijnders’ significant impact on Liverpool’s successes during his tenure and expressed confidence in his readiness to take on a managerial role.

In a statement regarding Lijnders’ departure, Klopp remarked,

“Pep especially is ready – ready to manage a football team, and he wants to do that as well, so that’s great, together with Vitor.”

Klopp emphasized the importance of making a proper change, and he believes that Lijnders is prepared for the challenges that lie ahead in his managerial career.

“If you change, change properly. And they are ready for the future, and I’m really happy about that,” said Klopp.

Acknowledging Lijnders’ immense influence on the club, Klopp declared,

“The most influential guy in the last years definitely in this club was Pep Lijnders. The job he did is absolutely exceptional. The inspiration he is for me is absolutely exceptional.”

Klopp also spoke about the exceptional relationship he shares with Lijnders, expressing anticipation for the Dutchman’s future endeavors.

“The relationship we grew is absolutely exceptional. Outstanding, everything. And I’m really looking forward to following his way and to support if necessary. And if I can, I will definitely do.”