📣 Klopp on Brentford threat, injury updates and defensive record | OneFootball

Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp has been speaking to the media ahead of their game with Brentford on Saturday.

Here are some of the best quotes.

Klopp on Thiago injury

“It’s not 100% clear. It’s a muscle in the calf. It’s an issue, obviously. After the international break probably. I don’t think it would be anything earlier.”

Klopp on Keïta setback

“Nothing serious but it keeps him out of Brentford, for sure. A little longer maybe, we will see. It’s painful and we have to see how he deals with it. Not cool. A good pre-season and played a lot of games but it happens.”

Klopp on academy kids playing their part

“We had a great pre-season and lots of the kids were with us. The coaches and the staff at the Academy are doing a brilliant job. Loads of real talents.

“Three played v Norwich and I was impressed, so was everyone. 16-years-old in an adult game, you don’t find 1000s of people who do that.”

Klopp on impressive defence

“Ali has made brilliant saves in moments. As a unit we have defended pretty well so far. No-one wanted to hear it but we have three new players in Joel, Virg and Joe.

“Palace was a new last line and we needed a clear defending attitude. We have that.”

Klopp on Brentford/Mainz comparison

“It reminds me of the time I coached at Mainz. We had to work in the transfer market clever.

“Brentford have a chance against us. They are well-drilled and it’s 3-5-2. Everyone is ready to make the extra yard with a new stadium.”

Klopp on Toney threat

“Brentford is a nice story. Ivan Toney, I have to say.

“They all work as a unit. He has the trust and faith and he shows what you can get out of a player. He was on the market, not sure who wanted him. Brentford did. It’s not about the problems you have, it’s solutions.”