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Liverpool Made 'Three of the Best Signings in the History of Football', Says Jürgen Klopp
In a recent interview, former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp hailed three of his signings at Anfield as among the greatest in football history, crediting them with transforming the club into a trophy-winning powerhouse[1][2]. Speaking on the eve of the anniversary of his departure, Klopp singled out Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Alisson Becker as the trio that redefined Liverpool's success[1][2][4].
Klopp's praise for Salah, signed from Roma in 2017 for £36.5m, highlighted his explosive impact. The Egyptian forward shattered Premier League goal records in his debut season with 32 strikes, becoming the "greatest bargain in modern history" and the lynchpin of Liverpool's attack[1][2][3]. His pace, finishing, and consistency powered the front three alongside Sadio Mané[2].
Van Dijk's £75m world-record move for a defender in January 2018 was initially mocked, but Klopp called it revolutionary. The Dutch centre-back instilled leadership and stability, elevating the entire defense and catalyzing Liverpool's Champions League and Premier League triumphs. "Without him, the trophy haul would have been unthinkable," sources echo[2][4].
Completing the trio, Alisson Becker arrived in 2018 for £66.8m, bringing world-class reliability to goal. Fans and analysts agree his signing marked a turning point, solidifying the backline for major honors[1][5]. Klopp emphasized how these acquisitions, backed by shrewd recruitment from Michael Edwards and data experts, turned Liverpool into dynasty builders, winning every major trophy[3][4].
Reflecting on his nine-year tenure, Klopp ranked these above even other stars like Andy Robertson (£8m) and Fabinho, underscoring their historic value. The signings exemplify Liverpool's analytics-driven revolution under Klopp, outpacing financial giants[4]. As debates rage on forums about midfield gems like Gini Wijnaldum, Klopp's bold claim cements the trio's legendary status[5].
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