Gullit: Klopp shouldn't return to Liverpool; Van Dijk's unwilling to slide now

Recently, Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit granted an exclusive interview to Video Gamer, discussing Jürgen Klopp's potential return to Liverpool and Virgil van Dijk's current form.

Do you think Klopp will return? He recently mentioned he might consider coming back to Liverpool in the future.

Such words should never be spoken lightly, especially not at this juncture. Sending such signals now is highly dangerous. If you were to make a public statement at this moment, it would stir up the emotions of those driven by sentiment. I don't believe the same circumstances could be replicated, let alone produce the same outcome – and therein lies the risk.

Therefore, for the sake of his own reputation, I believe Klopp should never do that. Because I like Klopp, I admire him. I want him to preserve the aura of his achievements; let it remain as it is. If he wants to work, he should go elsewhere.

Liverpool face challenges this season. How crucial is Van Dijk's form? Is he affected by age, and can he experience a second career peak?

He endured a difficult period after his injury but has since recovered somewhat. But I feel since that injury, he's been less inclined to tackle, less willing to engage physically with opponents. Opponents have figured out how to deal with him now, and he must find a way to reinvent himself. It's essential, because I remember when I was injured, I was out for six months. When I returned, I said I wasn't the same anymore, I needed to adapt.

Do you think Van Dijk is saving himself for the World Cup?

No, he isn't. I believe he wants to play well because he's an outstanding defender. But I think something changed after his injury – it wasn't a minor knock, it was a serious injury.