“I am the normal one.” The statement enforced the image Jurgen Klopp has wanted the world to see of him since the day he took over at the Westfalenstadion: modest, honest, ideal and somewhat an underdog. It also had the Liverpool faithful at the edge of their seat, smiling wryly. They have secured the services of the most sought-after coach in world football – a man who can kick start the dying legacy of a great old club living on its past glory into new-world success. The small and precise declaration convinced the world that Klopp would change the Kop’s fortunes with his own method of robust passion, determined grit and subtle technicalities. It seems there is not much flair; there is more substance than there is style. These images proclaimed by Jurgen Klopp in his very first press conference has made the world take notice and convince itself that the man and his manners will make the club. But will he be able to do it all on his own? Can he do it all?

Jurgen Klopp