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Ex-Liverpool ace Peter Crouch has implied that watching the club sail to a Premier League title may have stung Jurgen Klopp, especially as successor Arne Slot secured the trophy with an impressive five games to spare in a stunning first season at the helm.

Slot, stepping into some hefty shoes after Klopp's storied tenure, didn't stumble.

You're like, 'Well I should be there'."

The whispers that Klopp's departure was more than just about burnout seem to gain credence, especially since the 57-year-old had a year left on his Liverpool contract.

He chose to end his time at Anfield early, citing burnout and the need for a substantial break.

It was under Klopp's guidance that Liverpool legends such as Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk were brought to Anfield, both of whom have pledged to stay with the club past this season.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot after winning the Premier League title.

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