Klopp’s side are unbeaten in six matches since he arrived in England but Palace will be a test following the five thousand mile round trip to Russian Federation on Thursday for a Europa League tie against FC Kazan. “It’s about how you feel”, he said. Brendan did a really good job and there’s a good base here because of Brendan’s work.
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“Yala’s played as a striker a number of times for us and I thought he did ok”.
After a midweek journey to Russian Federation and back it’s hard to see Liverpool easing to a victory over Crystal Palace which would justify their 7/10 (1.70) pre-match price.
“We had a few small problems after the game in Kazan, which is normal, and we have to wait until the last hours to see who can play, but there is nothing serious”.
Klopp said: “A little bit of stability is very important for offensive play”. They did it in the next game.
“We are always going to be in the frame for other clubs because we’ve got three great goalies, they are a real asset for us, and an asset that I would be reluctant to weaken, because it’s nice to have all three of them here”.
Jurgen Klopp has been talking up Liverpool’s participation in the Europa League after touching down on Merseyside after a 5,000-mile round trip from Russian Federation.
He said: “If we had travelled by train or by auto it would be a big problem”.
“I’m 48 and it’s not the best age to be, but I slept well on the plane and in the morning at home”. It was normal if you want to play global tournaments.
“Playing Thursday and Sunday is no different to playing Wednesday and Saturday”.
“I don’t believe that it’s an issue”.
“Coutinho is probably their best player at the moment in terms of the level he is at”, the Palace boss told a press conference.
He added: “We’re looking forward to the [Liverpool] game”.
“But if we fight and try to find solutions, we can do it. We are fit, we are healthy and young, and we can do it”.
The Brazil worldwide, scorer of two goals in last weekend’s win at Chelsea, was rested for the midweek win in Russian Federation as was Adam Lallana, centre-back Martin Skrtel and midfielder Lucas Leiva, and most are expected to regain their places.
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Klopp again dismissed the idea that Thursday night’s game could adversely affect his side.
