Despite Klopp having three years remaining on his contract with Liverpool, El Nacional, a Catalan publication, alleges that the German manager is contemplating the conclusion of his tenure in the Premier League. He perceives the idea of revitalizing Barcelona as highly appealing and seeks to lead them back to prominence.
Barcelona’s current position, trailing by seven points in La Liga and suffering consecutive losses to Girona and Antwerp in the Champions League, has heightened scrutiny on Xavi in recent weeks. Rumors circulate about potential termination if the team’s performance continues to decline, with Klopp being favored by club president Joan Laporta.
Girona’s Michel and Las Palmas’ Javier Garcia Pimienta are reportedly under consideration by Barca should Xavi be dismissed, with Rafa Marquez, coach of the “B” team, possibly taking interim charge.
Though no official approach has been made, El Nacional suggests insight into Klopp’s prospective strategy at Barcelona. Klopp desires a “revolution” in the squad, aiming to retain impactful players like Robert Lewandowski while considering the departure of those deemed non-contributors, including Sergi Roberto, Oriol Romeu, Marcos Alonso, Raphinha, and Ferran Torres.
For midfield, Klopp eyes Wilfried Ndidi from Leicester due to Bayern Munich’s high valuation, favoring Joshua Kimmich as the preferred defensive midfielder. He regards rising talent Lamine Yamal as a potential future “legend” and might consider bringing Liverpool’s Luis Diaz with him or pursuing Girona’s Savio should he assume the Camp Nou role.
