Jurgen Klopp has addressed the public regarding his decision to resign as Liverpool manager at the conclusion of this season.
The 56-year-old surprised the football world with this announcement last Friday. In a conversation with Rio Ferdinand during a feature for TNT Sports, the Liverpool boss admitted that it was a decision made with a heavy heart.
The German said: “It’s not that I want to leave; it’s more that I have to. If I cannot do it like that, if I cannot be the guy to push the team to the Champions League and stuff like that, then why should I do the job? I cannot do that.
“I don’t want to be a passenger. The job is too important, the club is too important, so that’s why I decided [to leave].”
In the poignant realisation that Klopp’s illustrious tenure at Liverpool is drawing to a close, the decision to gracefully exit becomes a testament to his commitment.
It is a recognition that prolonging his stay beyond this point might risk overshadowing the remarkable legacy he has meticulously crafted.
Klopp, having dedicated nearly a decade to the role, openly acknowledges feeling a depletion of energy. His integrity dictates that continuing in such a demanding position is only justifiable when he can wholeheartedly contribute 100% on a daily basis.
There’s a good possibility for him to leave on a positive note if the Reds secure a trophy in his last game in May.
You can view Klopp’s comments below, via @footballontnt on X (formerly Twitter):