Klopp, shown: his promise and everything he said

Jurgen Klopp He was presented on Tuesday in Salzburg as the group’s global director of football Red Bullthe energy drink brand that owns and sponsors teams in Europe, America and Asia, and made it clear that his role will be an advisor and never replace a coach. Klopp leave the bench Liverpool, which he occupied since October 2015, at the end of last season

At 57 years old, Klopp Assumes a strategic role in the football conglomerate, which includes clubs in Germany (Leipzig), Austria (Salzburg), USA (New York), France (Paris FC), as well as in Brazil and Japan, among other places.

“I want to add real value, and in recent weeks I’ve realized that I can do that,” he said. Kloppmaking it clear that he will not be involved in the day-to-day life of any team, but will serve as an advisor and guide for the conglomerate’s coaches and sports directors.

Klopp He said in the press conference: “I will not coach any Red Bull club. This is clear. I will not replace any coach of a Red Bull club. And I hope that we can create a structure where that question. or even enter in my mind.”

Klopp won him over Liverpool a Champions League, a Premier League, a Club World Cup, a European Super Cup, an FA Cup, two League Cups and a Community Shield.

Now the former coach of Borussia Dortmund and of Mainz starting a new phase. “The role is different. I always say that I love what I do. But after a thousand games and press conferences I want something new, a new opportunity,” said the German coach.

Klopp He emphasized that his new position allows him to isolate himself from everyday life and described his role as an advisor who can influence the football culture of the conglomerate. “I see myself as an advisor. And a good advisor is part of a decision, because his advice is accepted and taken seriously,” he said.

The decision to join Red Bull It has not been without criticism, especially in Germany, where the energy drink giant has been questioned for buying clubs and erasing its past history with a checkbook.

According to information from German television Sky, Klopp signed a long-term contract with an annual salary between 10 and 12 million euros. Klopp He said he appreciated the brand’s support for the sport and the commitment and passion he saw in all the Austrian group’s staff.

Klopp He continued: “On Sunday I was in Leipzig. There were about 42,000 people in the stadium. And I asked myself: Don’t they deserve good football? And I thought: Of course they do. And that also applies to New York, Japan and the “There are more important things in life than football. But football can achieve a lot. I like the identity of the fans in the clubs.”

AND Klopp He added: “I’m a football doctor. And no doctor would say to a patient: ‘You’re coming from the wrong place. I’m not going to treat you.'”

“But money decides in football, definitely, although there is still room for better decisions, better talents, clearer paths. But in the long term, the teams with more money will probably win, obviously,” he acknowledged. Klopp.

The former technician of Liverpool, Borussia Dortmund and Mainz He began his term by visiting Paris and Leipzig, accompanied by the former German international Mario Gomezwho is the technical director of football at Red Bull.

Klopp He indicated that he seeks to maintain the legacy of offensive and vertical football left by figures such as the German Ralf Rangnick, current coach Austriaand highlighted the importance of working hard to achieve goals. “I was never in favorite clubs, but my teams always gave everything,” said the coach.

For Kloppthat type of game, upright, with forward pressure and offensive, is the hallmark of Red Bull clubs.

Besides, Klopp spoke about Liverpool: “I am very happy that they are doing well, I am in contact with Arne (Slot) and some players.

I watch all the games I can and I did, great football that even if you don’t support them you should see them. Probably the best balance in the world today. I am very, very happy about it. The future of Alexander-Arnold, Salah and Van Dijk? I’m glad I’m not the one holding that situation and have to answer these questions now. So good luck. My view? I would like to see three extended. I don’t know, they didn’t tell me. “I can send them a message.”