Support for Klopp moving to Liverpool is widespread in his homeland.
Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, who was linked with a move to the Premier League this summer with Liverpool among the clubs mentioned, won a Bundesliga title and played in a Champions League final under Klopp.
He believes the Reds would be hitting the jackpot by appointing his former boss.
“I’ve not had that much contact with him recently, and I’ve not followed much of what has been said, but I think Klopp would be a great fit at many clubs and I believe also at Liverpool,” the Germany player said at a national team press conference.
“Of course it’s something I can see happening. I think Klopp is capable of helping many top clubs in the world.”
Klopp has also received backing from former Bayern Munich and Germany goalkeeper Oliver Kahn to succeed in England.
“I can definitely see it happening and there’s absolutely no reservations at all in terms of his expertise,” Kahn told Sport1 television.
“England would be the right next step for Klopp, also in terms of his personal development.
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“Only the language may be a barrier. It’s not that I think he would have a problem conversing in English, but when it comes down to motivating the team and his team talks – that’s a small thing that may not translate so well.
“Jurgen’s always been really good at motivating his players and that is what he would have to prove at Liverpool.”
Former Bayer Leverkusen coach Christoph Daum sees no such problem and feels Klopp’s infectious positivity will ensure he gets his motivational messages across.
“A character like Jurgen would fit in really well at Anfield,” he said. “I know he’s regarded very highly in England and is on the wishlist of many clubs.”
