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Jurgen Klopp’s departure leaves big shoes to fill for the likes of Xabi Alonso
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A mural of Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as it was announced on Jan 26 he will leave the club at the end of the season.
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LONDON – As well-kept secrets go, that Liverpool’s hierarchy knew about Jurgen Klopp’s departure since November counts as an all-timer. For the rest of the world, Jan 26’s announcement came as an almighty shock.
Two other surprise resignations of Reds managers rank among the biggest stories of English football in the late 20th century.
