Jürgen Klopp
Football manager of Liverpool FC
Born
June 16th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A prominent football manager, celebrated for achievements in club football. Began managerial career at Mainz, guiding the team from the second division to the Bundesliga. Transferred to Borussia Dortmund in 2008, winning two Bundesliga titles and reaching the UEFA Champions League final in 2013. In 2015, took over as manager of Liverpool FC, leading the team to a UEFA Champions League title in 2019 and a Premier League title in 2020, the club's first in 30 years. Klopp's dynamic coaching style has garnered attention and a strong following.
Won Bundesliga titles with Borussia Dortmund
Led Liverpool FC to UEFA Champions League title
Secured Premier League title with Liverpool FC
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