JURGEN KLOPP said he will walk alone from Liverpool one day — because fans will get fed up with him.
Supporters yesterday begged their boss to stay for life after he ended 30 years of hurt by leading the Reds to title glory.
Fans are desperate for Klopp to stay at Liverpool for life
Jurgen Klopp says he will quit Liverpool when fans are sick of him
But Klopp, on a £10million-a-year deal until 2024, said: “As a present for our supporters, I don’t sign a lifetime contract.
“There will be a time when they don’t want to see me any more.
“We still have good memories together.”
Klopp achieved legendary status on Thursday by sealing Liverpool’s first league crown since 1990 under Sir Kenny Dalglish.
King Kenny has a “lifetime” role at Anfield, just like Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United.
But Klopp is adamant he does not want a statue at Anfield, where he could stand alongside Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley.
The German, 53, added: “I’m not interested in a statue. You don’t have to compare me with these iconic figures — that’s not my motivation.
“So I don’t sign a lifetime contract but I will be here for a while.”
American owners FSG are understood to be prepared to give Klopp a huge pay rise.
Klopp was in fine mood after celebrating Liverpool’s title win on Thursday
His Champions League and Premier League titles could earn him another £5m in bonuses.
Klopp, who also collected the Club World Cup this season, cried tears of relief after ending the long wait for a title he dedicated to fans.
He added: “These people make this club so special. If I didn’t like the people, I would not stay.”
Jurgen Klopp says he is overwhelmed with Liverpool winning the Premier League and pays tribute to staff and players
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
