Manager Liverpool, Jürgen Klopp, denied on Monday that he had been “consulted” on the project Superliga founded on Monday by 12 clubs, including his own, and insured they have “no problem” with the current Champions League.
“I heard for the first time yesterday (Sunday). I had some information, but not much more, honestly, from what could be read in the newspapers “, the German technician explained to the channel Sky Sports before the match against Leeds which closes on this 32nd day of the Premier League.
“People are not happy and they can understand it, but I don’t have much more to say, because neither the players nor I were consulted during the trial“he added.
The German coach, who in the past had spoken out against the creation of the Super League, He assured that he did not change his mind.
“My dream has always been to coach a team, so of course I have no problem with the Champions League.
“I like the competitive aspect of football, I like the idea that West Ham (currently 4th in the Premier League and practically qualified for the Champions) can play the Champions next season. I don’t want them to qualify to be honest, because we want to be there too, but I want them to have a chance“He continued.
However, Klopp refrained from openly criticizing the fact that his club is one of the founders of the Superliga.
“I don’t have all the information, I don’t know why the 12 teams did it. It is true that some things will change the future of football,” he insisted, noting that UEFA has long defended more European matches to increase revenue. .
“You say clubs do this for money, but why does UEFA do it? “, he wondered ironically, on the same day that UEFA presented its new Champions League format, which goes from 32 to 36 participating teams.