Liverpool fans and players will see their worst nightmare become a reality as boss Jurgen Klopp will part ways with the club. The German tactician has already announced his decision to leave the club at the end of the season and only has a handful of games remaining in charge of the Reds. As his farewell edges all the more closer, captain Virgil van Dijk expressed his feelings towards the situation.
Many perceive the Dutchman to be a resolute figure and a symbol of brute force. However, he earnestly stated that he’s an emotional person and will be dreading the day of Klopp’s departure from Anfield.
I'm an emotional person and I don't like goodbyes. It's going to be horrible. As captain I'll probably speak a bit that day. It makes it easier if we have success. That's the aim. Virgil van Dijk told ITV
Liverpool are currently second in the Premier League, one point behind Arsenal, who have 68 points. However, the Reds have a game in hand against Sheffield United, and will likely have the upper hand in the final stretch of games.
With one title already under their belt, adding a Premier League and a UEFA Europa League title to their cabinet will be the best possible gift for Jurgen Klopp.
Jurgen Klopp names biggest enemy in title race ahead of Sheffield United clash
Jurgen Klopp’s men were pushed back to second place after Arsenal beat Luton Town by two goals at the Etihad. The Gunners now sit at the Premier League summit, with 68 points in 30 games. However, with a game in hand, the top spot sits invitingly for the Reds. Klopp’s men will go into the game against Sheffield, being fully aware that they will go top with a win.
However, the Liverpool boss was quick to not get too ahead of themselves, as he warned his players ahead of the game.
Our biggest enemy is the wrong attitude. A big part of that is thinking who scores how many goals. That will not happen. Jurgen Klopp said in a press conference ahead of the game vs Sheffield
The Reds boss was clear in his admission that his team will first be concerned about winning the game over increasing their goal difference. While Arsenal have a positive goal difference of 48, it is the defending Champions that are much closer to Liverpool. The Cityzens have a +38 goal difference while Liverpool have 40 goals to their advantage.
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