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Now Jurgen Klopp shows his frustration with Liverpool’s lack of TRANSFER BUSINESS by insisting “it’s not my choice” whether to step up in January … after admitting that Burnley’s shock defeat “is a massive blow.” Face “was.
Jurgen Klopp has admitted that he cannot say whether Liverpool will make new signings in this transfer window.
The head of the Reds hinted at his frustration that they had failed to bring reinforcements to the German squad, which had been severely affected by a number of injuries, particularly in defense.
Liverpool are currently without Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, both of whom have long-term injuries. They also miss Diogo Jota, who scored five goals in nine league games before his injury.
Jurgen Klopp admitted he can’t say if Liverpool will be able to hire new players before the January transfer window ends
Liverpool’s title hopes took another blow with a 1-0 loss to Burnley on Thursday
However, Klopp insisted the decision to hire new employees before the end of the month was not in his hands.
“These decisions are not my decisions,” he said.
“If someone thinks we should do something, I can’t decide whether or not to do something in the transfer market. That must be clear. ‘
Liverpool are currently without Joe Gomez and Virgil van Dijk (L) and Diogo Jota (R)
The Reds were linked with a move for several defenders, including David Alaba from Bayern Munich, Ozan Kabak from Schalke, Dayot Upamecano from RB Leipzig and Ben White from Brighton.
But Klopp admitted in early January that a move for a center-back is unlikely due to the effects of Covid-19.
He said, “I can’t definitely say we’re not going to bring anyone in, it’s just not likely because of the situation in the world.
“We shouldn’t forget that the situation is difficult for everyone and also for football clubs.
‘There could be some clubs that have absolutely no financial problems.
“But this club was and is always very responsible for the things we do.”
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