The former Liverpool manager states a return to lead Liverpool is conceivable.

The German coach, who stepped down from Liverpool in 2024, has suggested that rejoining the club remains an option. The 58-year-old, post a game-changing near-decade reign which brought Champions League success and ending the club's long wait in 30 years, has since taken on roles overseeing worldwide football within the Red Bull organization and as an advisor with the German Football League.

Supporters’ Hopes and Klopp’s Candid Remarks

The club claimed the league title in the previous campaign, though countless followers who revere Klopp would embrace the notion that he may eventually return. In a wide-ranging interview, he explained to the podcast host: “I said I will never coach a different club within the country. Which implies should it be the Reds...yeah. Theoretically it’s possible.”

“At 58 years old, which suggests the choice could be mine later on, who knows. Is a decision required immediately? If so, I wouldn't return. Luckily, I don’t have to do that. I'll simply watch what the future brings.”

Conditions for a Comeback

When asked about which situations would have to unfold to draw him back to the touchline, he confessed he isn't eager for a comeback. “I'm not entirely sure, I love what I do right now,” he commented. “I don’t miss coaching; No desire to be in the rain for lengthy sessions; I'm glad to skip press conferences multiple times weekly or constant media duties each week.

“I don’t miss the dressing room in that context, however, dining out with the players talking freely, is pleasant. We won a lot of games so there was often great spirits around the place. I can still hear the captain's chuckle vividly recalled for example.”

Commending Arne Slot

He commended regarding Arne Slot, crediting him for the adjustments which secured the championship in the previous season. Liverpool have lost four in a row across various tournaments following significant transfers, though he denied the idea of it representing a decline.

“[Liverpool have] a top-class attacker like Florian Wirtz, doubters will be silenced if spoken against. An outstanding player. Ekitike, superb talent. This is a well-built well-judged squad. You don’t have to worry regarding the Reds, they will be fine.”

Heartfelt Words for the Late Forward

The manager expressed deep feeling about the death of Jota, whom he brought in in 2020, along with the consequences at the club. Jota lost his life in a car crash with his brother this past summer.

“Who can fill the void of a person like him? It goes beyond his on-field talent, his personality mattered. I can’t imagine the team environment missing him. I still cannot speak properly regarding this. A profound tragedy for all the boys too. No one within the club might employ it to justify results yet it's the reality. Entering the changing area where he was omnipresent. Coping with it individually is not easy. Overwhelming.”