“They cannot treat me that way,” Jurgen Klopp declares as he freezes four Liverpool players, revealing his ruthlessness.

Although Jordan Henderson admitted to feeling undesired at Liverpool, his departure is negligible in comparison to the players who were completely disregarded by Jurgen Klopp.

Jurgen Klopp is regarded as one of the finest man-managers in international football, owing to his enormous bear embraces and thunderous laughter.

However, the Liverpool manager’s reticent and harsher nature may have been brought to light in recent weeks as former Reds discussed their departure from Anfield.

The initial to do so was the captain, Jordan Henderson, who had just concluded a controversial summer transfer to Al-Ettifaq of the Saudi Professional League for £12 million. In an interview, the athletic back described how he felt shunned by the German and the team when he decided to pursue new opportunities.

“A few things raised red flags,” he revealed. “However, my relationship with Jurgen is impeccable.” He was completely forthright with me.

A lengthy discussion of the conversation is beyond the scope of this personal matter; however, it did force me to make a decision regarding my continued participation in the game. I was cognizant of the fact that new competitors would inevitably replace me.

And as everyone, especially the manager, is aware, it can be extremely difficult for me to not be playing, especially after having been the club’s captain for such an extended period of time. particularly so in light of the fact that England is vital to me. The Euros will soon commence.

The club was subsequently contacted by Al Ettifaq to inquire about the likelihood of my visit. The club did not react negatively once more.

“I believed at that moment that the club and its manager no longer valued me or desired for me to remain,” I foresaw. However, I remained cognizant of the fact that that moment would inevitably come. It certainly would not be today, in my judgment. I am obligated to recognize that.

“I maintain outstanding relationships with both Jurgen and the club’s owners.” That is something that will never cease. Collectively, we have achieved remarkable feats throughout the past twelve years. Nonetheless, I found it challenging to embrace it simultaneously.

We would have ceased our conversation if one of those people had informed me, “We now want you to remain.” Consequently, I am compelled to contemplate my forthcoming career endeavors.

“That is not to say they forcibly removed me from the club; however, I never got the impression that the club or anyone else wanted me to remain.”

Klopp was not the only one to hold this view; Brazilian forward Roberto Firmino informed him he would be departing Liverpool in March 2023, after joining Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia after his contract expired last summer.

In contrast, the forward recounts in his recently released autobiography, Si Senor, how he had been optimistic in the past regarding a new contract, but that communication between his representatives and the club had been “muddled” and “sluggish.”

Additionally, he stated at the start of 2023, “The boss was avoiding me,” due to the limited playing time and the absence of an explanation that, at the very least, could have been provided.

He would later declare himself satisfied that his manager refrained from making any effort to persuade him to remain with the club following his declaration to Klopp that he would not be signing a new contract. He maintained that a “difference in understanding” existed regarding the value he could bring to Liverpool.

While it is more accurate to say that Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain joined Besiktas on a free transfer in the summer due to his limited playing time at Anfield, both Henderson and Firmino at least engaged in dialogue with Klopp.

Even though he understood why he wasn’t playing as frequently, the midfielder was surprised that the club hadn’t yet discussed his future plans until he discovered that his departure would be announced in a formal club statement.

Oxlade-Chamberlain stated to The Athletic, “In January, I was gaining some momentum; I scored at Brentford, but then we suffered a disappointing loss at Brighton (3-0, battered), and that was it for me.” And that was the extent of my acquisition.”

“I persisted, maintained composure, and exerted every effort to ensure that I was prepared, but in the end, the manager’s decision was somewhat arbitrary and contrary to my initial intentions. “For the remainder of the season, I was out of the squad, training with the group before returning to train alone on match days.”

“You likely desire an explanation for that because it causes you to wonder, ‘What else can I do in this situation?'””It is my understanding that some of the younger players were being given opportunities to participate, which will prepare them for years to come.”

“Additionally, it was never stated explicitly that you would not be issued a new contract.” Nevertheless, I could see the image.

I was duly informed three days prior to the Aston Villa match that they were to release an announcement which stated, “We would like to inform you, Milly, Bobby, and Naby of the following: Your departure.”

And I replied, “All right, then. ‘Thank you,’ but prior to that, nothing was official. Certain items are expected to be disclosed, regardless of their quality (good, bad, or otherwise); such is the nature of the game. The absence of communication was somewhat unanticipated.

However, such is football; Oxlade-Chamberlain is well aware that players eventually retire, are replaced, or are transferred; such is the way of life.

He made the following remark: “As I continue to play the game, I come to the realization that, in the grand scheme of things, you are merely one entity; many more people will have had incredible experiences after us, just as there were many more before us.”

“In the end, the club is greater than any individual playing member.” There are occasionally larger animals to fry. Nothing negative could be said about my time there; in fact, it did not conclude badly.”

The aforementioned three players won every conceivable award during their time at the Reds. While they may not have been Klopp’s favorite players towards the end of their Anfield careers and may not have been involved as frequently as they had desired, they remained members of his first team squad.

The players whose narratives Klopp effectively halted at Anfield, at times omitting them from his first team and signaling their lack of desire, regard their experiences as devoid of significance. Although it might seem severe and ruthless, it has always been, is, and will continue to be an intrinsic aspect of the game.

In October 2015, when Jurgen Klopp assumed the managerial position of Liverpool, Mario Balotelli was on a miserable loan at AC Milan, following an equally disastrous inaugural season at Anfield.

He informed his colleagues prior to his return to the Reds for preseason training at the start of the 2016–17 season that he intended to revive his Liverpool career by impressing the German. Klopp, on the other hand, had changed his opinion about the Italian long before that moment.

In July, Klopp stated to the media, “I am able to discuss Mario, as that individual is self-evident. Since arriving here, I’ve heard much spoken about him.

“I cannot speak otherwise of him since his return; he has always been a respectable individual. It is not as if he returned and declared, “Who’s the boss? I’m the boss; no, I’m sorry, it’s you.” Such an occurrence has not materialized.

“He has arrived, and we shall make every effort to ensure that he is physically fit. “Everything is in order and has been proceeding smoothly.”

“Thereafter, Mario will not find himself in this situation; I’ve discussed this with him.” He should not be competing with four or five other players for one or two places at this juncture of his career.

“We desire Mario to regain his form prior to his injury.” His skill is beyond reproach; during heading, crossing, and other drill practices, he has consistently demonstrated world-class performance.

“However, it is indisputable that a resolution is required; he has no right to be engaged in such a struggle with other players over a single position at this time.”

Balotelli was left behind in Liverpool for the preseason tour of the United States, having been left out of all squads for prior friendlies and compelled to train with the Under-18s. Eventually, on the transfer deadline in August, he would agree to a free transfer to Nice.

A few days after the news broke that Mario Balotelli would be joining France, his agent, Mino Raiola, criticized Jurgen Klopp’s management of the Italian forward.

Raiola stated to Gazzetta dello Sport, “Ultimately, Liverpool’s leadership acknowledged Klopp’s error in assigning Balotelli to reserve training.”

“I do not intend to pass judgment on his coaching abilities, despite my personal disapproval, but he neglected to acknowledge that Mario Balotelli is, above all else, a human being.

Mario has demonstrated outstanding performance. Working out independently never caused him any discontent. It would be an insult to say that Klopp was in the wrong; he was completely depraved.

Balotelli would eventually discuss his virtually nonexistent relationship with Klopp the following month.

“I spoke with Klopp once when I returned to Liverpool a month and a half ago,” Balotelli told the Italian media at the time. “Klopp does not know me, and I do not know him.”

“He advised me to seek alternative accommodations and stated that while it was possible for me to remain, it would not be his first choice.

“I would be able to return if I performed well in games, but I said my goodbyes, expressed my gratitude, and informed you that we would not be reuniting.”

Balotelli, in addition to Mamadou Sakho, who was returned from the aforementioned preseason tour of the United States, would not be the sole player “relegated to the reserves” during May 2016.

Only recently had the Frenchman resumed competition subsequent to UEFA initiating an inquiry into potential infringements of anti-doping regulations. The outcomes of the positive test he submitted on March 17, subsequent to his Europa League match against Manchester United, were ultimately deemed invalid. Nevertheless, Klopp was deeply dissatisfied with his conduct during the tour, a circumstance that ultimately sealed his tenure with Liverpool.

Attending a team dinner late, he missed a Palo Alto treatment session, and arrived late for the Reds’ flight to the United States. The supervisor deemed that to be adequate. Following three strikes, Sakho was eliminated.

Klopp stated, “I must assemble a group here; we must begin from scratch.” “Therefore, I reasoned that perhaps it would be best for him to fly back to Liverpool, and we can discuss the matter when we return in eight to ten days.” It’s not that terrible, really.

“He arrived late for dinner, was absent from a session, and was on the verge of missing the plane’s departure.” We are required to comply with the regulations we have established. When someone disregards it or gives me the impression that he does not, I simply need to respond.

His response is not known to the public. Despite this, there was no discord between us; I did not utter a single “Argh, you, no.” When only one individual is communicating, it is impossible to make arguments. Does that sum up? A session missing is, in my opinion, a session missed. Additionally, injured players attend sessions.

It became clear, however, that Sakho’s injury was not preventing him from making Liverpool’s first team upon the Reds’ return to England. Simeon Klopp downplayed the incident during the occasion.

He was assigned to Kirkby Academy to train with the U23s in August, subsequent to his decline of offers from Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion. Three in the morning on his official Snapchat, the Frenchman swiftly debunked the “lie” surrounding his September 2016 circumstances in a series of posts in which he claimed to be fit to play.

Three weeks later, I am once again in good enough health to play video games. “They oppose my participation in Segondo’s U23 team, Segondo, haha,” he wrote. “With the utmost diligence of a Scouse soldier!” Although I remain silent at this time due to my desire to comment on the pitch, I will soon speak on behalf of those who are standing behind me and are oblivious to the situation (emoji).

“As I always strive to do, I remain thrilled to reside with my family in my native Liverpool (emoji) and I eagerly anticipate my next match, in which I intend to give it my all! While I am capable of accepting my current situation, I cannot tolerate the deception; the supporters have a right to be informed of the truth. I value your assistance (emoji). Please remain silent for the following half-year. Greetings to all of you, and good night! Never again will you go it alone! (emotive force).

Despite Klopp having yet to publicly acknowledge Sakho’s lack of future at Liverpool, the signs were already apparent. After serving his suspension in April, he participated in six Premier League 2 games. However, it would be over five months before he returned to action again, following his resumption for the Under-23s in the subdued environment of Prenton Park against Wolfsburg.

The defender at last came into focus in January 2017, when he agreed to a loan with Crystal Palace on the final day of the transfer window. However, not before publicly disclosing that Klopp had initially instructed him to return home.

“I arrived late, as I had anticipated,” Sakho stated in French to Canal Football Club. There was a rule that I was required to observe. I hold everyone in the highest regard, and I am not above the law.

“I expressed remorse to my manager and teammates for the fine, suspension, and suspension I received.” Aside from that, I have no further comments regarding the disputes.

Sakho was enthusiastic to commence his journey at Selhurst Park, where he was granted a new beginning. He stated at the time, “Right now, it’s a new page for me.” “I always give my all when I have a new shirt on.” However, injuries limited him to eight games for the Eagles that season, despite his best efforts.

He would rejoin the Reds once his loan had expired, remaining there until September 2017, at which point he concluded a permanent £26 million transfer to Palace. Liverpool reneged on their initial £30 million offer for the defender, which the Eagles attempted to acquire for the fourth time during the summer, so desperate were they to secure the Frenchman’s permanent departure.

Although in distinct circumstances compared to the aforementioned duo, Klopp would similarly conclude that Lazar Markovic did not align well with his vision.

The Serbian was on loan at Fenerbahce when Klopp assumed management at Anfield; however, a season-ending injury in February 2016 prevented him from performing. Following his recovery and return to Liverpool, he would participate in preseason matches before departing on loan to Sporting Lisbon at the conclusion of August.

He was loaned to Hull City subsequent to his midseason return, as his prospects at Anfield continued to elude him. Klopp affirmed he was available to depart following his participation in a preseason friendly against Tranmere Rovers in the summer of 2017. However, he was subsequently omitted from the traveling squad for the tour of Hong Kong.

It is not a secret that if Lazar finds a club, we will negotiate with him. This was the situation the year before as well, Klopp told the ECHO in July 2017. “He performs adequately in the game. He is an altogether pleasant individual.

Currently fit, he is in the greatest shape he has been since I’ve known him. His previously reported groin issues have since been resolved. A club will necessitate his services at some point.

Markovic did not make an appearance as a substitute in the September 2017 League Cup setback caused by Leicester City. With the exception of his rookie season at Anfield, this was his only competitive matchday squad appearance. A few days later, in September 2017, he appeared against Tottenham Hotspur as a member of the club’s Under-23 squad.

However, he remained with Anderlecht through the remainder of the season, which would require him to postpone his next loan departure until January. Furthermore, he expressed his disapproval of his parent club’s treatment of him while he was in Belgium.

Markovic told the Belgian tabloid DH, “It’s to demonstrate to the Liverpool staff that I remain the same player and that they cannot treat me that way.” “Yes, you can take it personally if they demand an excessive transfer fee in order to prevent you from leaving.”

When asked whether he was let down by the fact that he had just scored his first goal in over a year, the winger responded, “No, I’ve been contemplating it for months.”

Markovic was re-inspected into the Liverpool first team roster subsequent to his return from Anderlecht, and he contributed significantly to the preseason campaign that preceded the 2018–19 campaign. He contributed to the tally in a friendly match against Blackburn Rovers while touring the United States with the traveling squad.

Nevertheless, he once more found himself on the periphery as the season commenced. He made a mere four appearances for the Under-23s prior to his January 2019 departure from Anfield on a free transfer to Fulham. After Markovic’s transfer to the Cottagers, Klopp gushed over his delight at the realization that he could finally pursue the career path he had always desired.

It strikes him as quite cunning. He expressed, “I can only imagine how difficult it must have been for him.” Although it was challenging for me to have a player of his caliber on the larger team and not utilize him, it is not a significant concern.

Nevertheless, it was apparent that Lazar had been cognizant of our strategies for a considerable duration, as transfers had encountered numerous obstacles. We are not involved in that in any way.

“I am delighted that he can once again utilize and exhibit his potential at Fulham.” He is an outstanding football player and a pleasant individual; ideally, everything will work out in his favor.

Another possibility is Loris Karius, who has not appeared for Liverpool since his abhorrent performance in the 2018 Champions League final. Alisson Becker was acquired and subsequently spent a loan period of two years at Bestikas prior to his debut for Union Berlin in the 2020–21 season.

Nevertheless, the German spent the final year of his contract at Anfield without a chance of making the first team, and in the summer of 2021, after failing to find a buyer for his services, he joined Newcastle United on a free transfer.

Therefore, there are numerous entities in existence. “One is the player Loris Karius, who is in phenomenal physical condition and is diligently training,” he said of a colleague in January 2022. “It is clear that both he and the goalie coaches are completely devoted to their positions.”

We, nevertheless, reached a decision prior to the season. It is apparent that similar circumstances benefited the club as well, given Loris’s decision to join a new group. Okay, that did not transpire.

We reached the decision, “We have the goalies, but he will be treated completely normally.” Assuming nothing significant occurs, our starting lineup comprises Caoimh at number two, Ali at number one, Adrian at number three, and Marcelo at number four; there are already four goalkeepers.

“We never encountered a situation in which it was necessary to employ the fifth one.” It is not a matter of quality; the decision was made by our organization, and it is evident that the youths perform exceedingly well. I believe that the fact that Caoimhin Kelleher has matured to the stage where she is ready for virtually anything has impressed everyone.

“Adrian’s prowess and impact on the training area, locker room, and other pertinent domains are common knowledge. Constantly poised to proceed. Conversely, Marcelo is the subsequent individual in line and is endowed with extraordinary ability. That is the entirety.

“However, I wish him the best, Loris, and am confident he will locate a club at any moment—whether it be this summer or next. From that point forward, I have no doubt that he will persist.

When led by Klopp, several players were largely disregarded: Jon Flanagan in 2017–18, Ben Davies in 2020–21, Jose Enrique and Steven Caulker in 2015–16, and Jon Flanagan in 2017–18.

Despite the dissatisfaction that Oxlade-Chamberlain, Firmino, and Henderson may have felt regarding the conclusion of their Reds campaigns, at least they parted ways with every conceivable winner’s medal. As the aforementioned players attest, the previous triumvirate hailing from Liverpool were among the fortunate cases.