Klopp opens door for legend’s return as hero puts Liverpool on alert

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has said that Reds legend Steven Gerrard is “always so welcome” back at Anfield after the former club captain dropped a hint that he may be leaving LA Galaxy in the near future.

The ex-England captain posted a picture of his own Galaxy players card on Instagram, with what could be deemed a goodbye note as a caption.

Living in Los Angeles and playing for the great Galaxy supporters has been a privilege. You have made this place feel like home to me. This city and this club will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you #8

A photo posted by Steven Gerrard (@stevengerrard) on Oct 22, 2016 at 6:42am PDT

The 36-year-old old bagged 180 goals in nearly 700 appearances for the Reds, winning a Champions League, two FA Cups and three League Cups during his 17 year career there.

And now, Klopp has opened the door for Gerrard to make his return, albeit not in a playing capacity. The former Borussia Dortmund boss said:

“Steven Gerrard – and this will be a really big surprise – is always so welcome at Liverpool FC,

“You cannot imagine how welcome so absolutely no problem, but everything we will talk to each other about will stay in these talks. That is how I know Stevie and that is how I am. Nobody should be worried that we don’t have space for Steven Gerrard. Everything will be fine, 100%.”