Bola.net – Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta paid tribute to Jurgen Klopp ahead of the Arsenal vs Liverpool duel. He said that he would miss clashing tactics against the German coach.
This weekend, Arsenal will have a special guest. They will host Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in the 23rd match of EPL 2023/2024.
This duel will be the last duel between Mikel Arteta vs Jurgen Klopp. This is because the manager has confirmed that he will resign from Liverpool at the end of the season and he will not train in England again.
Arteta admitted that Klopp’s departure would make the Premier League feel empty. “I think he’s gone [Klopp] “It will be a big loss for all of us,” said Arteta in his recent press conference.
See the manager’s full comments below.
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A Great Legacy for the EPL
Liverpool coach, Jurgen Klopp (c) AP Photo/Jon Super
According to Arteta, Klopp has really had a big impact on the Premier League. He said that the former Borussia Dortmund coach had succeeded in making the EPL more competitive.
“Yes [Klopp] has become a source of inspiration. “He brings a new dimension to the Premier League, where he creates a style of play that is not only attractive but also inspiring,” continued Arteta.
“He was able to form an extraordinary team and he succeeded in changing the face of his club. He will definitely be missed by many people.”
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Ready to Anticipate
Mikel Arteta’s gesture after the Premier League match between Fulham vs Arsenal, Sunday (31/12/2023). (c) AP Photo/Alastair Grant
Arteta understands that Liverpool players will be very determined to beat Arsenal for Klopp.
However, the manager emphasized that Arsenal will do everything to win this match.
“Honestly, I don’t know what the Liverpool players feel. But I hope they don’t get extra motivation,” he concluded.
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Revenge
Premier League 2023/2024: Gabriel Magalhaes (center) goal celebration in the Arsenal vs Crystal Palace match in Week 21 (c) AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth
Arteta himself is determined to beat Klopp in the last meeting between the two.
Because Liverpool eliminated Arsenal in the FA Cup last month, they are determined to avenge that defeat at the Emirates Stadium.
