Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said he was not consulted by the club's owners on signing up to a European Super League (ESL) and criticised plans for the competition's proposed format.
The Reds are one of 12 clubs to agree to a breakaway ESL that has sparked a furious reaction from governments, governing bodies, players and fans.
Under the proposals, 15 founder members would compete in the 20-team tournament every year without having to qualify.
Liverpool are in danger of failing to qualify for next season's Champions League as prior to Monday night's clash with Leeds, they sit sixth in the Premier League, behind Leicester and West Ham, two clubs excluded from the plans.
"One thing I understand and that people think is not right is the competitiveness, I get that," Klopp told Sky Sports."I like the fact that West Ham might play Champions League next year. I don't want them to, because I want us to be there, but I like that they have the chance."
Klopp was previously quoted as saying "I hope this Super League will never happen" and questioning whether fans' interest would be maintained by watching Liverpool face the likes of Real Madrid every year.
In 2019, the German said: "For me, the Champions League is the Super League, in which you do not always end up playing against the same teams.
"Why should we create a system where Liverpool faces Real Madrid for 10 straight years? Who wants to see that every year?"
Klopp admitted his preparation for Monday's game had been disturbed by the news breaking late on Sunday.
"My opinion didn't change," he said when asked about his previous comments on a Super League.
sharanth779
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his words are the facts
bamblosz
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mr. excuse at it again.... yet you refuse to wear the Tshirt Leeds offers to you in your dressing room.
ramimohsen
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He is the manager. Does he pay himself? Has he asked how his club has managed to pay his salary and other players in this difficult covid-19 period? Why can't he forfeit his salary and work for free if he so much love the club? When you have opinion contrary to your club it means you aren't together.
well no one from liverpool supports this decision not the fans or the player not even the legends only the president
ramimohsen
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you're an employee ,you shouldn't be putting your mouth in sporting politics you don't pay yourself,know your place and learn from TUCHEL... I personally support the super league.
🤡🤡🤡
ramimohsen
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Klopp you are just a contractor and not the owner of the team, why should the president consult before taking a decision?
of course he should, after all everyone should have a say on this important decision (which i don’t support) because it define the future of the club and the future of football as well
lapbdlnruz
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He is a contractor and his contract could be terminated anytime.
I’m sure he knew what would be the consequence of his actions before doing it but Liverpool needs klopp more than how klopp need Liverpool
Giahlymas
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So just because you support this super league means that he should keep silent and support it but everyone as a right to their own opinion towards any situation just as how you have a right to yours and always remember that he’s the MANAGER and your just another regular FAN so his opinion counts yours doesn’t
He is a contractor and his contract could be terminated anytime.
Giahlymas
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Klopp you are just a contractor and not the owner of the team, why should the president consult before taking a decision?
Pacekopruy
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please concentrate on your job and allow the investors to decide on what is right for them we played draw because of your stupid lack of fucking concentration.
dennisachafu
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So just because you support this super league means that he should keep silent and support it but everyone as a right to their own opinion towards any situation just as how you have a right to yours and always remember that he’s the MANAGER and your just another regular FAN so his opinion counts yours doesn’t
He is the manager. Does he pay himself? Has he asked how his club has managed to pay his salary and other players in this difficult covid-19 period? Why can't he forfeit his salary and work for free if he so much love the club? When you have opinion contrary to your club it means you aren't together.
Joteknrsu
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So just because you support this super league means that he should keep silent and support it but everyone as a right to their own opinion towards any situation just as how you have a right to yours and always remember that he’s the MANAGER and your just another regular FAN so his opinion counts yours doesn’t
Well said brother 👏🏻👏🏻
SINGAM23
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No UCL No Worries... Super League is on the way for Liverpool 🤓☑️
issiis
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like if you are against the users super League
lapbdlnruz
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you're an employee ,you shouldn't be putting your mouth in sporting politics you don't pay yourself,know your place and learn from TUCHEL... I personally support the super league.
So just because you support this super league means that he should keep silent and support it but everyone as a right to their own opinion towards any situation just as how you have a right to yours and always remember that he’s the MANAGER and your just another regular FAN so his opinion counts yours doesn’t
lapbdlnruz
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So just because you support this super league means that he should keep silent and support it but everyone as a right to their own opinion towards any situation just as how you have a right to yours and always remember that he’s the MANAGER and your just another regular FAN so his opinion counts yours doesn’t
Joteknrsu
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you're an employee ,you shouldn't be putting your mouth in sporting politics you don't pay yourself,know your place and learn from TUCHEL... I personally support the super league.
I am pretty sure the others will bashed you after reading your comments clown 🤡
mrluwis
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you're an employee ,you shouldn't be putting your mouth in sporting politics you don't pay yourself,know your place and learn from TUCHEL... I personally support the super league.