Jurgen Klopp’s Post-West Ham Press Conference: Handball Controversy & FSG Talks

Jurgen Klopp praised Curtis Jones and revealed that he had talks with John W. Henry after his side picked up their third successive win with a 2-1 victory away at West Ham. The manager was delighted with his team’s performance, including their reaction to adversity in going 1-0 down just 12 minutes into the game. He praised his team’s character and the way in which they controlled the game en route to three more vital points. Klopp was asked for his thoughts on the referee’s decision not to award West Ham a penalty for a late handball by Thiago in the area, but he took a balanced stance regarding the incident. Klopp also hailed Curtis Jones’ contribution to the side as he recorded his fifth consecutive start for the Reds, explaining that Liverpool had to deal “super carefully” with Jones given his injury issues but insisting that “he is doing really well” as he becomes increasingly involved in starting lineups. The manager was quick to cite defending as the key reason for his side’s improved results in recent weeks, saying that the “readiness to defend” was a major factor in Liverpool’s progress. Klopp also confirmed that he had held “talks” with John W. Henry prior to the game, as the principal owner was present for the Reds’ victory at the London Stadium.