Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp dazzled at an event celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Hout Bay United Football Community in Cape Town on Thursday, entering the stage with a crowd of more than 300 guests singing You’ll Never Walk Alone.

Klopp’s trademark charisma shone through the evening with the newly appointed head of global soccer for the Red Bull group sharing stories about his time with the Reds, Dortmund and Mainz, as well as some valuable insight into the game.

Speaking at the event, Klopp revealed his plans to return to Liverpool in May, hoping to celebrate the club’s second Premier League title since 1990.

“I will be at Anfield for the parade,” Klopp said. “I won’t be on the bus. The plan is to be in the crowd with all the supporters.”

“I’ll be there for the last game against Crystal Palace at Anfield. I didn’t want to be in the stadium earlier in case I jinxed their season.

“It would be terrible for my first time back at the stadium for the team to lose the title. I’ll make sure I’m there to celebrate once it’s been decided.”

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When asked about his favourite memories during his nine-year stay with the Reds, Klopp opted for a surprise pick, leaving out Liverpool’s comeback against Barcelona, their UEFA Champions League triumph in 2019 and their 2019-20 Premier League title.

Klopp’s most cherished moment was the 2023-24 Carabao Cup final win against Chelsea, when a youthful squad battling an injury-ravaged season stepped up to beat the Blues 1-0 at Wembley Stadium.

“The League Cup final win in 2024 was super special. Of all the finals we played during my time at the club, this victory was my all-time favourite.”

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Klopp’s passion on the touchline was iconic, with his celebrations, frustrations and cheers with the crowd often leading to heated exchanges with officials and even his opponents in the dugout. Despite his emotional reactions, Klopp never let what happens on the pitch tarnish relationships off the field.

“It’s more the managers of specific clubs,” Klopp answered when asked about his relationships with opposition managers.  “I love Carlo Ancelotti but then became manager of Everton.”

“After that we didn’t speak to each other for a while, but I knew it wouldn’t last long. It’s the same with Manchester United and so many other clubs.”

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