Jurgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, is preparing for a heartfelt return to management as he takes charge of a special one-off match at Borussia Dortmund, his previous club, on Saturday.
At 57, Klopp has been enjoying a well-deserved break since leaving Liverpool at the end of the 2023/24 season. His summer has been filled with visits to Euro 2024, the Paris Olympics, and a holiday in Mallorca.
After a remarkable 23-year career in football management, Klopp has taken his time to reflect on his next steps. His nine-year tenure at Liverpool saw him restore the club to prominence in European football, securing every major trophy available and cementing his place as one of the club’s all-time great managers.
Leaving Liverpool was a significant and emotional moment for Klopp and the club, but he left behind a strong squad for new manager Arne Slot, evident from the start of the current season.
This weekend, Klopp will return to Borussia Dortmund for a testimonial match honoring former players Lukasz Piszczek and Jakub Blaszczykowski. Both players, who were pivotal during Klopp’s tenure at Dortmund, invited him back for this special event, according to reports.
Klopp has agreed to manage Blaszczykowski’s team for the match. Other former Dortmund stars, including current manager Nuri Sahin, Neven Subotic, Sebastian Kehl, and Marcel Schmelzer, are also expected to participate.
The event promises to be a memorable occasion for everyone involved, with Dortmund fans eager to see their former manager back in action.
