Klopp and Toney embraced each other after the match, and here’s what the Brentford forward told the Liverpool boss!
Jurgen Klopp and Ivan Toney hugged each other after the game. (Image via The Sun)
Revealed details of a brief conversation he had with the striker from Brentford, following Liverpool’s 4-1 victory over the Bees. Furthermore, Klopp also reiterated what Toney has previously admitted – that the English forward is indeed a Liverpool fan!
The manager of the Reds embraced Ivan Toney and engaged in a thoughtful discussion with the player, after the match. The German manager, who is set to depart at the end of the season, exclaimed that the 27-year-old forward is a huge supporter of Liverpool. Subsequently, they talked about their shared allegiance to the Merseyside club. Klopp also acknowledged Toney’s abilities, while the player wished him luck for his future after leaving Liverpool.
The Liverpool manager agreed that the two had a sincere conversation, and Toney was a player he genuinely admired. He also later mentioned to the press that opposing players often found Toney’s style of play to be challenging.
Additionally, the German coach also spoke with a few other players from Brentford, finding them pleasant to talk to despite their challenging gameplay. He praised the team’s demeanor and referred to them as one of the friendliest teams and coaching staff.
Ivan Toney is currently receiving praise for his impressive form since returning from an eight-month suspension. He scored a goal against Liverpool, bringing his total to four goals in five matches. Although it was only a consolation, as Liverpool won the match 4-1.
Outgoing Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praised Ivan Toney, labeling him as the standout manager among the new generation of football coaches. The manager of Bayer Leverkusen is being seen as the frontrunner to replace Klopp at Anfield after he departs at the end of the season.
The former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder is doing an excellent job in Germany, leading his team to the top of the table. Klopp, speaking to the media, praised Alonso’s remarkable work, although admitting that he was initially skeptical about Alonso’s coaching abilities. The 56-year-old manager also highlighted the former Liverpool midfielder’s transition from player to coach, commending his tactics and managerial decisions.
Klopp hailed Alonso as the best manager among the upcoming group of young football managers. Moreover, he added that he is not involved in the search for his successor, and it would only be done by the club’s owners.
According to the Source firstsportz.com