Jurgen Klopp states a return to manage Liverpool is plausible in theory.

The German coach, who departed from Liverpool in 2024, remarked that returning someday remains an option. The 58-year-old, post a game-changing nine-year spell which brought Champions League success and the Reds’ first league title for three decades, has since taken on positions overseeing worldwide football within the Red Bull organization and providing guidance to Germany's league body.

Fan Sentiment and Klopp’s Candid Remarks

The club claimed England's top flight under Arne Slot, but many fans who adore the manager would welcome the notion of his potential comeback. In a wide-ranging interview, he explained to Steven Bartlett: “I stated I will never coach a different club on English soil. So that means if then it’s Liverpool...absolutely. In theory, it could happen.”

“Being 58, which suggests I could make the decision in a few years, who knows. Must I choose now? In that case, I'd stay away. But thank God, it's not necessary. I'll wait and observe how things unfold.”

What Would Lure Him Back?

When asked about the specific conditions would have to unfold to bring him back to the dugout, he confessed he feels no immediate pull toward coming back. “I'm not entirely sure, I love what I do right now,” he said. “I don’t miss coaching; No desire to be in the rain through long matches; No need for interviews four times, three times a week or having 10-12 interviews each week.

“No nostalgia for the changing area in that context, yet sharing a meal alongside the squad talking freely, I appreciate that. Success was frequent thus frequently great spirits around the place. I can still hear the captain's chuckle vividly recalled to illustrate.”

Praise for His Successor

He commended for his successor, praising him for the tweaks which secured the championship last term. The team has suffered four consecutive matches in all competitions post heavy investment, yet he dismissed the suggestion that it might signal a slump.

“[Liverpool have] a top-class attacker in Flo[rian] Wirtz, doubters will be silenced if you use the wrong words. An outstanding player. [Hugo] Ekitike, incredible player. They have a strong balanced team. Fans shouldn't fret regarding the Reds, they'll bounce back.”

Emotional Tribute for the Late Forward

He shared movingly on the loss of Jota, a player he signed during his tenure, and the effect for the team. The forward lost his life in a vehicle collision together with his sibling in July.

“Can you substitute somebody like Diogo? It goes beyond his footballing ability, it's his character. It's hard to picture the team environment without him in it. I find it difficult to discuss on this topic. A devastating blow for all the boys as well. No one within the club would cite it as an excuse yet it's the reality. Being in that space where his spirit remains. Handling this on a personal level is challenging. Impossible.”