'I saw Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool return - it showed what Reds are still missing'

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The German's return was a reminder of just how adored he remains at LiverpoolJurgen Klopp's Liverpool return was a reminder of what the Reds have missedThere came a moment when even Jurgen Klopp could no longer ignore it.He paused for just a brief second, looked in the direction of hopeful shrieks and flashed those famous pearly whites. So, back on Merseyside for just the second time since his Anfield exit, Klopp’s appearance inevitably drew crowds.READ MORE: Jurgen Klopp believes Liverpool star can surpass Mohamed Salah achievementREAD MORE: Hungary boss fires back at Arne Slot with cheap dig at Dominik Szoboszlai treatmentThe iconic manager has returned for Saturday’s legends’ game at Anfield where he will take charge of a Reds team that includes Steven Gerrard, Thiago and Pepe Reina, against another of his former sides, Dortmund.The annual game helps raise funds for the LFC Foundation, Liverpool’s official charity, which aims to tackle social inequality at home and abroad.

Ultimately, it had to be split into three sections for broadcasters, fan channels and written media.“I cannot say I miss this,” joked Klopp at the end of interview one, before reminding himself, with a trademark booming laugh, that on this occasion he could call time on the questions whenever he wanted.Klopp remains a Liverpool icon(Image: Getty Images)Inevitably, it was the imminent exit of Mohamed Salah, Klopp’s star man for so many years, that dominated the line of questioning. He also expressed his delight at being back in Liverpool, shared his amazement at Roy Hodgson’s return to management and even discussed the greatness of his fabled Liverpool sides.“We kind of took it for granted but this team was ridiculous,” Klopp said, clad once again in red, with a white Liver Bird on his chest.“That’s the thing in these moments – time stops for a second.

Then it was over and Klopp returned his steely gaze to the interviewer.He may no longer be in the dugout, but Klopp’s shadow still looms large over Anfield. The media frenzy that greeted his return was a reminder of what Liverpool once had - and what they still crave.That’s Slot’s challenge now.