Jurgen Klopp, who left Liverpool at the end of last season after nine unforgettable years at the club, was asked about the futures of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah – all three of whom are now entering the final months of their contracts at Anfield. The German coach, speaking at the press conference to introduce him as Red Bull’s head of global football on Tuesday, admitted the Real Madrid-linked right-back “didn’t play well” against Manchester United recently, but hit out at his critics. He also commented on the three’s chances of joining one of the Red Bull teams in the future.
“I’m so happy that I’m not in charge of this situation and face these questions every week,” Klopp said. “I’d like all three to extend their contracts. They don’t tell me what’s going on. When Virgil is 41, I’m sure he’ll be happy to play in New York… I’d welcome him with open arms. I’m not sure we can afford to sign Salah. Trent? Me Still can’t believe you guys don’t know how to defend. Oh my god, he didn’t play well against Manchester United. Imagine To yourselves that you would make a big deal out of it when he plays well as when he doesn’t play well.”
Liverpool is in peak form this season, with Arena Slott’s team leading the Premier League, impressing in the Champions League and aiming to win both prestigious titles. However, losing one of the three – Alexander-Arnold, van Dijk or Salah – would be a severe blow to the team.
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