Leading German figures tip Jurgen Klopp as ideal Liverpool boss
With various reports suggesting Liverpool is on the verge of appointing Jurgen Klopp as its successor of the sacked Brendan Rodgers, luminaries in the German game have backed the former Dortmund boss as a good fit for the Merseyside club.
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Speaking ahead of Germany's Euro 2016 qualifier against the Republic of Ireland, Mats Hummels, who played under Klopp for six years and won two titles at Signal Iduna Park, and national team boss Joachim Low praised the 48-year-old.
"There's no doubt he's a fantastic coach and when people put their mind to the question of 'what does he do post-Dortmund?' then clubs like Liverpool naturally come into the equation," Hummels told a media conference.
"He eats, lives, breathes and thinks football day after day and is a fantastic addition to any team. I'll keep my fingers crossed for him in his next venture."
Germany gaffer Low added: "I'm not really party to the negotiations but I do know talks are taking place. He's had a fantastic, extraordinary time in Dortmund and created lots of emotions among the supporters.
"Looking from afar, there are comparisons you can make between Dortmund and Liverpool in terms of the supporter culture of both clubs. If they can work it out, he can be a great addition to any team."
German legend Franz Beckenbauer also weighed in with praise for his compatriot.
"He is one of the best coaches I know in the whole world … If Liverpool has the chance to sign Jurgen Klopp, then they should do it."
If the rumours are proven to be correct, Klopp could agree to terms with the Anfield outfit as soon as Thursday or Friday.