EMOTIONAL Liverpool Fan BREAKS DOWN Over Jurgen Klopp's Departure News! 😢🙏

talkSPORT
26 Jan 202403:55

Summary

TLDRLiverpool fan Paula calls into a sports radio show, absolutely devastated by the news that Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool. She reminisces about previous great Liverpool managers like Bill Shankley, saying Klopp became like Shankley to fans. Paula waited 30 years for her season ticket, and this was the season of her life. She praises Klopp's passion, saying he brought tremendous joy and led them through pain. Paula wishes Klopp well, saying he is the best manager she can remember. She says Liverpool fans will carry on supporting the club, but that Klopp is irreplaceable.

Takeaways

  • 😢 The caller is devastated by the news of Jurgen Klopp leaving Liverpool
  • 💭 The caller hopes Klopp is not leaving due to illness as he has lost weight recently
  • 😤 The caller would be very upset if Klopp left for the German national team job
  • 🏆 The caller became a Liverpool season ticket holder this year after waiting 30 years
  • 🤩 Seeing Klopp's passion at games has been amazing for the caller this season
  • ❤️ The caller loves Klopp and doesn't think there is anyone who could replace him
  • ☹️ The caller has been through many Liverpool managers but this news is very upsetting
  • 👏 The caller wants to thank Klopp for bringing joy and helping the team through tough times
  • 😀 The caller wishes Klopp well for the future
  • ⚽ The caller hopes Liverpool will carry on successfully after Klopp leaves

Q & A

  • What was the reaction of the caller upon hearing the news about Jurgen Klopp?

    -The caller was absolutely devastated upon hearing the news about Jurgen Klopp, initially thinking it was a joke before realizing it was official information from the club.

  • What is the significance of Bill Shankly in relation to the caller's feelings towards Klopp?

    -Bill Shankly is revered by the caller as a legendary manager of Liverpool, and Klopp has become equally important to the caller, symbolizing everything Liverpool Club stands for, including honesty and emotion.

  • What concerns did the caller express about Jurgen Klopp's health?

    -The caller expressed concern over Klopp's health, noting that he has lost weight and appeared thinner in the face, hoping that Klopp is not ill.

  • What are the caller's thoughts on the possibility of Klopp taking the German national team job?

    -The caller would find it unforgivable if Klopp were to leave Liverpool for the German national team job, emphasizing the unmatched significance of supporting Liverpool.

  • How long did the caller wait to get a season ticket, and why was this season particularly special?

    -The caller waited 30 years to get a season ticket and finally got it this year, making it the season of their life despite no Champions League participation, because of the joy of watching the games and Klopp's passion.

  • What does the caller say about Klopp's replacement?

    -The caller believes that no one could replace Klopp and his unique impact on the team, indicating the deep connection and appreciation they have for Klopp's management.

  • What message does the caller want to convey to Jurgen Klopp?

    -The caller expresses profound love and admiration for Klopp, thanking him for the joy and leadership he has brought to the club, especially highlighting his ability to guide the team through challenges.

  • What specific game does the caller mention and their feelings about it?

    -The caller mentions a game against Manchester United, expressing frustration but also trust in Klopp's ability to motivate the players, which contributed to their success in the league.

  • How does the caller describe their emotional connection to Liverpool and Klopp during the interview?

    -The caller describes a deep emotional connection to Liverpool and Klopp, emphasizing the joy, passion, and support they feel for both, and the significant role Klopp plays in their life as a fan.

  • What is the significance of the caller being the first Liverpool fan to react to the news on TalkSport?

    -Being the first Liverpool fan to react on TalkSport highlights the caller's immediate and passionate response to the news about Klopp, underscoring their deep engagement and concern as a fan.

Outlines

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😢 Devastated Liverpool fan calls radio show upon hearing Klopp leaving news

A devastated Liverpool fan named Paula calls a radio show to express her sadness upon hearing the news that Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool Football Club. She hoped the news was a joke at first. She is emotional, saying Klopp became like Bill Shankly and there should be a statue of him. She hopes he is not ill as he has lost weight. She cannot forgive him if he goes to coach the German national team. She waited 30 years for her season ticket and this was the season of her life under Klopp. She cannot think of anyone who could replace him.

😭 Lifelong Liverpool fan shares her love for Klopp and the club

Paula shares that she is 59 years old and has been through many Liverpool managers. She sadly had to wait 30 years to get her season ticket this year, which was the season of her life because of Klopp. She loves seeing him at games with his passion and fist pumps. She loves him and wishes him well. She knows the club needs the fans to move forward, but no one can replace Klopp in her eyes.

❤️ Liverpool fan's heartfelt on-air message to Klopp

When asked by the radio host, Paula shares a heartfelt on-air message to Jurgen Klopp. She tells him she loves him, that he is the best manager she can remember. He brought them so much joy and got them through pain. She was angry during a Manchester United game but knew Klopp would refocus the team, and he did - they went top of the league. She wishes him well and says they will be there for the final game of the season against Wolves.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡devastated

The term 'devastated' refers to a state of overwhelming sadness or emotional distress. In the context of the script, the speaker expresses being 'absolutely devastated' by some impactful news concerning their favorite football club. This intense emotional response indicates a deep personal connection to the subject of the news, highlighting the significant impact that sports, especially football, can have on fans.

💡Bill Shankly

Bill Shankly was a legendary football manager, best known for his time at Liverpool FC. In the script, the speaker reminisces about being a child when Shankly managed the club, showing a long-term connection and emotional investment in the club's history. The mention of Shankly sets a historical and emotional context, as he is often revered in Liverpool’s football culture.

💡Jurgen Klopp

Jurgen Klopp is a highly respected football manager, associated in the script with Liverpool FC. The speaker draws a parallel between Klopp and Bill Shankly, suggesting that Klopp has attained a similar legendary status at the club. This comparison underscores Klopp's significance and the emotional bond the speaker and presumably other fans have with him.

💡statue

The term 'statue' in this context symbolizes the immortalization of a person's achievements or legacy. The speaker's suggestion that 'there will be a statue' for Klopp implies a belief that Klopp's contributions to Liverpool FC are so significant that they warrant permanent recognition, akin to that of historical legends.

💡health concerns

The mention of 'health concerns' regarding Klopp, noting his weight loss and thinner appearance, indicates the speaker's deep personal concern for Klopp's well-being. This concern goes beyond professional admiration, reflecting the emotional bond fans often develop with figures in sports who they feel represent their club's values and identity.

💡German job

The 'German job' likely refers to a high-profile position in German football, possibly related to the national team. The speaker's inability to 'forgive' Klopp if he leaves for this job illustrates the depth of loyalty and attachment fans feel towards their club's manager, viewing any departure as a significant betrayal.

💡season ticket

A 'season ticket' in football allows a supporter to attend all home games of a season. The speaker's mention of finally obtaining a season ticket after 30 years highlights their long-term commitment and passion for Liverpool FC. This detail adds to the narrative of a deeply invested and loyal fan.

💡Anfield Road

Anfield Road is a stand within Anfield, Liverpool FC's home stadium. The speaker's reference to watching games 'sadly in the Anfield Road' instead of their preferred 'Kop' section reveals a nuanced understanding of the stadium's geography and the cultural significance of different viewing areas to fans.

💡fist pumps

The 'fist pumps' refer to a gesture commonly made by Klopp at the end of games, symbolizing victory and passion. The speaker's admiration for this gesture signifies an appreciation of Klopp's emotional expressiveness, which resonates with the fans’ passion.

💡Wolves game

The reference to the 'Wolves game' likely pertains to a significant match between Liverpool FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers. The speaker's anticipation and emotional investment in this game underscores the importance of individual matches to football fans, particularly in the context of their team's broader performance and success.

Highlights

Caller is devastated by the news of Jurgen Klopp leaving Liverpool

Caller hopes Klopp is not leaving due to illness after noticing his recent weight loss

Caller cannot forgive Klopp if he's leaving for the German national team job

Caller has been a Liverpool fan for 59 years and seen many managers come and go

This was the best season for the caller as a fan despite no Champions League win

Caller highlights Klopp's passion, fist pumps, and emotion as embodying Liverpool

Caller cannot think of anyone who could replace Klopp as Liverpool manager

Caller asks all Liverpool fans to still support the club after Klopp leaves

Caller tells Klopp he's brought immense joy and led them through pain

This season showed Klopp leading team through tough games

Caller loves Klopp deeply and wishes him well after he leaves Liverpool

Caller predicts extremely emotional last game for Klopp at Liverpool

Caller is recognized as the first Liverpool fan caller to react to the news on radio talk show

Caller thanks the radio hosts emotionally for letting her share the initial reaction

Caller gives farewell message that Klopp was Liverpool's best recent manager

Transcripts

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I'm I'm absolutely devastated um it

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flashed up on my phone and I thought

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someone's joking here and and and and

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then I realized it was official from the

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club and then I'm I'm ringing you guys

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because you're prattling on about

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cricket and this such important news I'm

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I'm

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absolutely devastated I was a child when

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um bill shankley was our our manager um

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and and klopp became Bill too you know

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there will be a statue he's everything

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that Liverpool Club stand for he's he

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honest he's he's emotional as you can

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tell um it's it's just absolutely awful

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news I'm just hoping he's not ill he's

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lost a bit of weight recently we've kind

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of noticed that a bit he's he's gone a

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bit thinner in the face I'm just hoping

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he's not ill and regarding what Simon's

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saying talked about it in November I'm

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guessing if if he was Ill back in

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November he might have had to leave

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sooner so I'm praying that that he's

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well um I I I can't forgive him if he's

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going to the German job because there

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isn't a greater job on Earth supporting

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Liverpool oh Paula Paula Paula I know I

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can hear it in you and obviously you're

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so upset and I want to thank you for

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calling Paula can you imagine Liverpool

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without Jurgen

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I'm I'm going to have to I'm I'm I'm 59

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years old and I've been through a lot of

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managers our gam one of them uh he spoke

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wisely it's a very very big job I will

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have to because I waited 30 years to get

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my season ticket and I eventually got it

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this year and this was the the season of

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my life because okay no champions league

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but there I was every day sadly in the

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Annie roaden because I spent a lot years

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on the cop but I'll take what I can at

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the moment and and and seeing that man

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come out every day at the game and

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watching what he does and looking at his

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passion and the fist pumps at the end of

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the game he he I can't think of anyone

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who could replace him I I I don't think

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that person exists but I will have to

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because my club need needs us all to get

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behind it and and carry on PA you're a

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special person and a special Liverpool

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fan I I'm going to do this before we say

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goodbye what what message do you want to

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put out there to jgen for what he's done

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at your Club Jurgen I love the bones of

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you man you're the best manager that I

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can I can really remember you've brought

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so much joy so much pleasure you've

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heard us through the pain um you know

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there's been there's been a number of

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times um I mean at that man united game

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this season I was absolutely boiling but

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I knew that he'd go in there and talk to

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the players and that we'd get on with it

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and guess what we have with top of the

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league I love the bones of the man and I

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wish him well and my God that that game

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against wolves at the end of the season

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we will be

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there oh Paula Paula thank you thank you

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for joining us you're our first

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Liverpool caller on talk sport you're

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always going to remember for being the

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first Liverpool fan to react to this

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with us and I sincerely thank you for

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your words this morning thanks guys have

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a good day bye Jim White and Simon

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Jordan Monday to Friday mornings from 10

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on am on da via the talk sport app and

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on your smart speaker talk

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