Jurgen Klopp opens up on Liverpool return 'dream' after leaving Anfield delighted
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SportFootballJurgen KloppJurgen Klopp returned to Anfield for the Liverpool Legends charity match against one of his former clubs, Borussia DortmundJurgen Klopp has opened up about the unique experience he enjoyed on his return to Anfield last weekend for the Liverpool Legends clash against one of his former clubs, Borussia Dortmund. The ex‑Reds boss was back on Merseyside on Saturday and, this time, took on a different role, serving as assistant coach to Sir Kenny Dalglish in the Anfield dugout.Dalglish led the Liverpool Legends, with Klopp joining goalscoring icons Ian Rush and John Aldridge on the touchline to support the Kop hero.
It marked Klopp's first visit to Anfield since watching the Reds, under his successor Arne Slot, lift the Premier League trophy against Crystal Palace on the final day of last season.Liverpool made the perfect start, with Thiago opening the scoring after just six minutes before Jay Spearing doubled the lead with a stunning strike before half-time.READ MORE: Alexis Mac Allister needs Liverpool change and Real Madrid response proves itREAD MORE: Ibrahima Konate addresses Liverpool failure and makes strong claim over future - 'this is my point'Dortmund hit back after the break, as Mohamed Zidan pulled one back just past the hour mark and Jan Koller later equalised to deny Liverpool the win.Taking to Instagram, Klopp spoke about his 'dream' return to Liverpool and highlighted what an honour it was to stand alongside three Reds legends.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageHe wrote: "A dream you don’t dare to dream became true: First time as an assistant coach in my life."What an honour to assist Sir Kenny, alongside Ian and John!
I was here for the Foundation and to be part of a really special experience."For me, a very special experience after a while - being around, being that close, seeing all the Liverpool lads and then seeing the Dortmund lads as well because that was like 80 per cent of my players.England's 2026 World Cup kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. It’s just so nice to see all the boys playing, but I think Thiago alone was worth the ticket!"Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Jurgen KloppLiverpool FCAnfield