Jurgen Klopp's former trusted lieutenant, Pep Lijnders, has agreed personal terms to join Manchester City.

The ex-Liverpool coach, who was sacked by Red Bull Salzburg in December, is set to join Pep Guardiola's backroom staff ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Lijnders left Liverpool when Klopp left the club 12 months ago, but his spell at Salzburg as a manager did not go to plan.

There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Liverpool.com will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.

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