After an illustrious tenure spanning eight and a half years, Klopp’s announcement, made via the Premier League leaders’ website, has left fans and pundits alike contemplating the future of the club.

In his interview, Klopp candidly expressed his acknowledgment of the surprise surrounding his decision, especially for those hearing it for the first time.

“I can understand that it’s a shock for a lot of people in this moment when you hear it for the first time,” Klopp said.

Despite the club’s successes under his guidance, including capturing four major trophies, Klopp conveyed a sense of readiness for a new chapter, urging everyone to unite in crafting another memorable phase for Liverpool.

”I love everything. But that I still take this decision shows you that I am convinced it is the one I have to take. It is that I am, how can I say it, running out of energy. I have no problem now, obviously, I knew it already for longer that I would have to announce it at one point, but I am absolutely fine now. I know that I cannot do the job again and again and again and again,” he said

Reflecting on his departure, Klopp divulged the underlying reasons, notably citing a waning energy reserve that compelled him to make the difficult choice.

”But in the end, I have to because one thing I am really convinced of [is] if you have to make a decision like that, it is better you do it slightly early than slightly too late. Too late would have been absolutely the worst thing to happen [if], I don’t know, next season in September I realised, ‘Oh my God, that’s it – I cannot do it anymore’ and then we are in the middle of a season and everything,” he said.

Liverpool’s current dominance in the Premier League, leading by a comfortable five-point margin, adds an extra layer of poignancy to Klopp’s departure.

As the 56-year-old strategist prepares to bid adieu, he harbors hopes of securing yet another league title, aiming to culminate his tenure with a triumph worthy of his legacy at Liverpool Football Club.