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Liverpool insider talks Jurgen Klopp's coaching style: This is the key to his philosophy
JURGEN KLOPP'S coaching methods at Liverpool is mainly put down to his ability to forge strong relationships within the team.
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That is according to Jurgen Klopp's assistant Pepijn Lijnders.
Klopp's men are currently third in the Premier League table, seven points behind leaders Chelsea following their 1-1 draw away to Manchester United yesterday.
The German tactician prides himself on his philosophy of pressing and speed in attack.
Jurgen Klopp likes to build strong relationships in his sides
Pepijn Lijnders is a crucial part of Liverpool's coaching set-up
Jurgen creates a family. We always say: 30 percent tactics, 70 percent team building
His natural charisma has made him a hit at Anfield with the fans too.
And his right-hand man Lijnders is convinced forming strong bonds is the key behind his coaching style.
"Jurgen creates a family. We always say: 30 percent tactics, 70 percent team building,” he told Dutch newspaper De Volksrant.
"In modern football, the coach is the most important person for clarity.
Jurgen Klopp is renowned for being charismatic
"He needs to bring all the cultures, all these identities, bring together. "
"Liverpool are never boring. We play the game for those who view it. That is our responsibility as coaches.
"The worst thing about football is predictability."
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