Liverpool manager supports FSG’s investment plans, focusing on his dedication to the club despite speculation
Jurgen Klopp has reaffirmed his commitment to Liverpool, amid ongoing speculation surrounding the club’s ownership. The manager expressed his full backing for Fenway Sports Group’s (FSG) intentions to bring in additional investment, insisting that the current uncertainty regarding the ownership does not affect his position at Anfield.
Following a hard-fought victory over Derby County in the Carabao Cup, secured through penalties, Klopp was asked about his future at the club. He responded: “From what I’ve read, they’re looking for investment – that’s a good idea, I like it. But for me, it doesn’t matter what happens. If changes occur, I am still committed to Liverpool.”
The match, which ended 3-2 in Liverpool’s favour after a penalty shootout, was not without its challenges. Harvey Elliott, who came on as a 65th-minute substitute alongside Roberto Firmino and Darwin Núñez, converted the decisive penalty.
Liverpool made 11 changes to the side that beat Tottenham 2-1 on Sunday, and have now not won a Carabao Cup match in normal time at Anfield since 2016. The game saw the debuts of several young players, including summer signing Calvin Ramsay, 17-year-old Bobby Clark, and 18-year-olds Stefan Bajcetic and Melkamu Frauendorf.
Despite being 46 places below Liverpool in the football pyramid, Derby put up a resilient performance, deploying a defensive strategy that saw them sit deep and look to exploit any counter-attacking opportunities. Liverpool struggled to break down the defensive set-up with their inexperienced team, but ultimately secured the win.
