Jurgen Klopp showed his true colours with message ahead of Liverpool's Christmas party

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Jurgen Klopp became an legend at Liverpool with his festive message speaking volumes to what the German was really likeEx-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp once gave his team permission to let their hair down at their Christmas bash, even though they were struggling on the pitch. Rewind to December 2015, just over two months after Klopp had taken over from Brendan Rodgers who was sacked as manager in early October of that year.From day one, the legendary German emphasised that togetherness and team morale were vital for the club's future prosperity, after the Reds had started to lose their way under the previous regime.Though there was a slight improvement in performances following Klopp's arrival, Liverpool were still very much a developing side.

In April 2017, Klopp discussed the significance of proceeding with the party, maintaining that both he and his players learned a valuable lesson about solidarity from the occasion.READ MORE: Liverpool have 'gentleman's agreement' to sign Marc Guehi with one hurdle left to clearREAD MORE: Liverpool icon, 30, has contract TERMINATED and is now available for free in January"We had a good Christmas party afterwards, that's what I remember!" Klopp said. It served as another testament to his commitment to repairing the bond between himself, his players, and the fans after years of disunity.A last-minute goal from Liverpool's cult hero Divock Origi led to Klopp joining hands with his players to celebrate in front of the Kop.

Speaking in the documentary, Doubters to Believers Liverpool FC : Klopp's Era, he said: "I saw it, people were still there, and we said thank you."And it was not on purpose in the sense of, come on, we have to do this, and that to bring the people', it was just the honest thing to do, what we felt. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.