18 Apr 2024 23:42:38
And there I was deceiving myself that the lads and manager would give a good account of themselves tonight. I and many others have said it appears there is something going on behind the scenes, because this has got to the point of utter disbelief. I'm sure it will leak sooner or later about what has taken place, because trust me something has. Players can't motivate themselves. Klopp can't motivate himself or the players. Honestly, we could lose 20-0 and the following game there would be absolutely no response. I posted my theory a few weeks back on what I think has happened, but could be wide off the mark.
As for Klopp, I have said all I needed to say. Tactically he looks clueless and the thing is he will continue to use the same tactics until the end of the season, despite results and performances on a downward trajectory. And sadly it looks like the boys have zero fight in them so they will continue to put out the same effort. Only shining light is a new manager is coming in, which is looking like Amorim, because if it's not him then it's prayer time. The pool of managers after him to say is worrying would be an understatement.
We defend like a League 2 side and can't finish. I mean, what a combination. I expect a massive clear out, and when I say massive I mean most of this squad gone. Bring in quality in key areas (defence and striker) and promote the kids. You can literally get rid of that backline bar Quansah, Robbo, Trent, Bradley and that's just the backline never mind who I would move on in midfield and forward positions. Forget sentiments with Gomez, he would be sold. Konate if we are having an honest conversation has regressed as a defender. I had high hopes for him but he is so rash, and defensively is all over the shop. Oh, and he is injury prone. VVD is 33 years old in July, contract expires in 2025, is on big wages and again, if we are having an honest conversation ain't the same VVD. Matip's contract expires in the summer and won't and shouldn't be renewed. And lastly, why is Kostas still at the club? I don't care if a massive clear out sounds like a big job or drastic. That whole backline needs revamping because defence wins you titles and strikers win you games. Which is why I'm excited if Amorim does actually come, as it is said he will bring Gyokeres, Inacio and Diomande with him.
It appears a very bad mentality has swept through the squad and I would root it out. Leave alone that, a number of players are simply not good enough anyways. Plus, a lot of those have been played or kept around through Klopp's loyalty. Those players will be in for a shock once that shield has been removed come summer!
19 Apr 2024 02:27:31
Couldn't agree more fella.
We all know what Klopp has done for us, there is no denying it.
However, I'm sorry, rushing out to the opposing manager and congratulating him is unacceptable to me.
Yes, give him a handshake and say well done, but running round the pitch and grabbing everyone to say well done for beating us. f@#k off.
I'm going to get absolutely ripped apart for this, but if I as a fan are done with Klopp (yep I said it, I think he is deservedly on the beach, but I always want the best for us, no one is bigger than LFC) for us how aren't the players? I'm thinking the players are like, "He's not going to be here next year, and my contracts up so stuff him and stuff the club".
19 Apr 2024 02:37:11
Everyone is disappointed with how this season is petering out but there’s a way to win and a way to lose. You’ve just attacked the greatest manager we’ve had since the 80’s, who has made this club the best in the world, won the league title and champions league and has this squad well ahead of schedule all because we’ve hit a sticky patch at the worst possible time. He doesn’t even want to be here he’s stayed longer for the good of the club.
A classless post from a classless poster.
19 Apr 2024 06:40:29
Not sure getting all doomsday and apocalyptic about all the players and coaches intention and effort is a really immature way to look at it.
19 Apr 2024 06:59:04
Absolutely pathetic and childish reaction. I hadn’t heard any suggestions from anyone that this squad needed ripping up until after the Utd game?
19 Apr 2024 07:02:25
Agree fully Alonso. Respect to what Klopp did in his first 5 years. The last 4 years have flattered to deceive though, sadly. In hindsight that 7-2 loss to Villa followed by Virgil’s injury was the point at which the decline started and despite his best efforts I just don’t think Klopp’s ever managed to get us back to the 2018-2020 team. Poor inverted full back tactics, slow build up play, defensively weak without a prime Van Dijk to carry us, loyalty to sub par players etc.
Overall I still love Klopp and what he’s done (best memories f my lifetime as a Liverpool fan) but the timing is not only right, it’s arguably 12-18 months too late.