“I’m not a dream man; I don’t want to have Cristiano (Ronaldo) or Lionel (Messi) and all these players in one team”. He also described him as a “normal guy”. I want these guys (the current squad), it was a decision for these guys. It was historical of course and then I came in. It’s a special club, I had two very special clubs with Mainz and Borussia Dortmund and this role is the ideal next step for me. What do you think of this news? I don’t like saying that because it’s Liverpool, I’m anxious about it. No, but he’ll do well’. First I need to talk to the players to find a common way. “Now I’m here and I hope to enjoy my work”.
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The former Borussia Dortmund boss has acknowledged the competitive nature of the Premier League, but has stressed it is important Liverpool play their own game as they bid for success.
Liverpool have won 18 titles, second only to United’s 20.
However, he then proceeded to ambitiously set himself the target of winning the Premier League title within four years.
“It’s been insane here”, he said.
“We have to change from doubters to believers, now”.
“It’s more important what people think of you when you leave the club, than when you arrive”. So please give us time. We will find that and who wants to do what I propose. We had a good meeting and after that it was clear: stop taking holiday, start to work. I believe he will have to go out and buy.
The German, who has signed a three-year deal to succeed Brendan Rodgers, outlined his title ambitions and vowed to bring “full throttle” football to Anfield.
“Liverpool has extraordinary supporters and Anfield is a world-renowned home, with an incredible atmosphere”. I want to build a great relationship with these supporters and give them memories to cherish.
Klopp has been joined at Liverpool by Zeljko Buvac and Peter Krawietz, his former assistants at Dortmund.
“It’s cool that some of you, and the fans are looking forward to the next few years and months, but none of these (past) managers said “my target is to be a legend”.
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Liverpool fans in the Transfer Tavern are ecstatic with the appointment of Jurgen Klopp as their new manager- and are already singing his praises after a major impact on the transfer front.
