With Takumi Minamino joining Divock Origi in departing the club this summer, it is clear that this was not sustainable.
But FSG have always been open to an opportunistic move: if Chelsea pounce for Sterling, Klopp could in turn be treated to an extra exciting attacker.
Thomas Tuchel runs Klopp close when it comes to depth, particularly in attacking areas.
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