Liverpool latest: Jurgen Klopp plans become clear as Reds 'assess' £85m forward
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SportFootballLiverpool FCJurgen Klopp's potential next job has been touted as Liverpool assess their options following an injury to Hugo EkitikeThe final weeks of the campaign cannot pass soon enough for Liverpool after an underwhelming defence of their title. Despite splashing out £450million last summer, the Reds have regressed, casting doubt over Arne Slot's position at the club.Liverpool may find themselves relying on the Premier League's fifth-place bonus to guarantee Champions League football next season.
Here's the latest Reds transfer news...FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageREAD MORE: Liverpool handed new injury blow vs Everton as player makes Premier League debutREAD MORE: I coached Rio Ngumoha – what Liverpool wonderkid did at youth tournament speaks volumesLiverpool 'assess' Yan DiomandeLiverpool will likely be in need of reinforcements in attack this summer.
The talismanic Mohamed Salah is set to depart the club after nine years, while Hugo Ekitike's Achilles injury is due to keep him sidelined for a prolonged period.The good news is that Alexander Isak is on his way back from injury, while Rio Ngumoha has been one of the few bright sparks of the season. The report adds that the Bundesliga outfit value the 19-year-old at £85m.Diomande previously revealed that his father is a Liverpool fan, leading to plenty of excitement about a potential move among the club's fanbase.Klopp's plans clearShould Slot leave, numerous Reds supporters will be hoping for a sentimental comeback for Jurgen Klopp.Since departing Anfield, the German has assumed positions as head of global football with the Red Bull Group and as an adviser to the German Football League.Nevertheless, he has played down a return to club management, recently dismissing speculation connecting him with Real Madrid.