Your choice of manager 2.0

[bluebell]

Its only a matter of time for me before we see Slot get the chop. Updated choice. Hopefully the mods will shit the other thread.

 

[peekay]

I feel like Klopp shouldn't be an option, as he would be the first choice for most folks. Maybe frame the question of If Klopp refuses to take the job, would would be your choice of next Liverpool manager.

 

[bluebell]

I feel like Klopp shouldn't be an option, as he would be the first choice for most folks. Maybe frame the question of If Klopp refuses to take the job, would would be your choice of next Liverpool manager.

I can't take Klopp off the list, there is no option for that

 

[mark1975]

I feel like Klopp shouldn't be an option, as he would be the first choice for most folks. Maybe frame the question of If Klopp refuses to take the job, would would be your choice of next Liverpool manager.

I can't help feel that we shouldn't go back. I think the issue is we are missing all of the things that Klopp did give us, the unity, the fight, etc. We lack that at the moment. That said, Klopp was not without his flaws and he could be frustrating, many of the issues now with Slot's team were all too apparent when Klopp was here, particularly relating to the highline and how badly it is getting more and more exposed. His blind spot with Trent, and so on.

Would he be as good now? Who knows, but we need to think about someone who has the potential to have longevity with us, we like dynasty's and we have a certain "type" that have to understand the Liverpool way and the class associated with it. Slot has said some good things along the way, but it's almost scripted, when he's had to talk about difficult subjects surrounding the team and it's individual performers, he's smacked of someone who is well out of his depth. Rafa and Klopp had that air of class about them (not to say they didn't have their moments with players, but generally they exuded class).

 

[Modo]

I want us to go for someone completely unknown in the world of football. Hell, he might not even have anything to do with professional football.

So I picked Iroala.

It's either him or Benny.

 

[bluebell]

Who chooses other but doesn't state it?

 

[Squiggles]

Host of options on the table, either now or in the summer, probably even better ones than when we went for Slot.

1) Klopp as interim, with the option to stay longer depending on circumstances.

• Alonso, provided he does not move to a back five. There would be similar bumps along the way. That is normal for younger managers. I also think he would eventually tire of the drama at Madrid. Timings may not work out, so it seems unlikely, but maybe in the summer if things go to shit for him
• Iraola - I like him and his football, and the connection to Hughes could make him a good fit. Bournemouth to Liverpool is a massive step up, though.
• Tuchel. He is a bit odd, but I rate him. With supportive owners and a strong structure, it could work. Would have to be post WC, though.
• De Zerbi - Yeah, rate him highly. I've always felt his methods would become even more effective with better players. Pep spoke in awe of what his Brighton team were doing, and whilst he is a snivelling little dog fucker, when he's speaking about football, I do listen.
• Naglesmann is a wild card. Similar to Tuchel, it's a post-WC opportunity. The Bayern sacking was pretty harsh, but it's something all managers need to happen to them. Bayern was a political clusterfuck at the time with delusions they should be winning the CL every year, so I tend not to pay much attention.

 

[refugee]

I'd take a lorry load of cash to Klopp's house and dump it at his feet.

 

[Athens]

It would be interesting to see how Klopp would get on now that the owners are finally splashing the cash...

 

[bluebell]

I want us to go for someone completely unknown in the world of football. Hell, he might not even have anything to do with professional football.

So I picked Iroala.

It's either him or Benny.

Sorry it was you who chose other!

 

[peekay]

I can't help feel that we shouldn't go back. I think the issue is we are missing all of the things that Klopp did give us, the unity, the fight, etc. We lack that at the moment. That said, Klopp was not without his flaws and he could be frustrating, many of the issues now with Slot's team were all too apparent when Klopp was here, particularly relating to the highline and how badly it is getting more and more exposed. His blind spot with Trent, and so on.

Would he be as good now? Who knows, but we need to think about someone who has the potential to have longevity with us, we like dynasty's and we have a certain "type" that have to understand the Liverpool way and the class associated with it. Slot has said some good things along the way, but it's almost scripted, when he's had to talk about difficult subjects surrounding the team and it's individual performers, he's smacked of someone who is well out of his depth. Rafa and Klopp had that air of class about them (not to say they didn't have their moments with players, but generally they exuded class).

I don't think of Klopp as a permanent solution; someone to navigate this season.

I agree with you, though. Every time we are in trouble, there will be calls for Klopp, and it will be impossible for any young manager to compete with that. We might start becoming a less attractive proposition. Of course, Klopp is only 58, not old for a manager. If he decides he has the energy for another 5 years, then it is a different proposition.

I cannot think of anyone else, though. Klopp and Rafa were natural fits because of their CVs and personalities.

Outside of Enrique, nobody in that list fits us. Yeah, Zidane, Xavi, and Ancelotti have impressive CVs, but you know they won't quite "fit" us. Their successes are with superclubs. Same concern for Enrique.

Though for Zidane, maybe the wages will be less, as he can save on mortgage by finally moving into his house in the Wirral.