Jurgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, has been enjoying his summer by relaxing and spending time in Spain. Recently, he was spotted in the country with another former Liverpool boss, Brendan Rodgers.
The sighting occurred when Belfast Telegraph writer Steven Beacom was interviewing Rodgers, who is currently managing Celtic. Beacom captured a lovely photo of Klopp standing between the two managers, both of them smiling under the Spanish sun.
In addition to his leisure time, Klopp has also been keeping himself busy. He was seen playing padel, a popular racket sport in Spain, and attending the Champions League final. Before Borussia Dortmund’s match against Real Madrid, Klopp was spotted singing the Liverpool anthem, “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” at Wembley. He shared a selfie from the stands on his new Instagram page, expressing his excitement and making it clear that he was now a fan.
During the Champions League final, Klopp received a hero’s reception from Dortmund supporters when he was shown on the big screen. Just a few days prior, he returned to Liverpool for an emotional farewell event at the M&S Bank Arena, bidding a final goodbye to the fans.
Despite leaving Liverpool, Klopp will soon be back in the city to attend a Taylor Swift concert at Anfield. His wife, Ulla, bought tickets for one of the shows, and during a staff Q&A session, Klopp playfully revealed that he started singing “Shake It Off” to her. However, it remains unclear which concert he will attend since it conflicts with Germany’s Euro 2024 kickoff.
Meanwhile, Rodgers will continue to enjoy his holiday before returning to pre-season with Celtic. He hopes to retain the Scottish Premiership title, win the Scottish Cup, and make progress in the new-look Champions League group stage. Despite Klopp being appointed just four days after Rodgers was dismissed as Liverpool manager in 2015, there is no animosity between the two. In fact, Klopp even made Rodgers’ former mansion in Formby his home during his time in Liverpool.
In conclusion, Klopp is making the most of his summer, enjoying his time in Spain and indulging in various activities. His presence at the Champions League final and upcoming attendance at a Taylor Swift concert showcase his enthusiasm for both football and music. Similarly, Rodgers is taking a well-deserved break before returning to Celtic for the new season. The camaraderie between the two managers demonstrates their mutual respect and friendship.