Jürgen Klopp graduated from Goethe University in Frankfurt with a degree of diploma in sports science (MSc equivalent) in 1995. In an interview Klopp said this his education: "At the time I didn't know exactly where I was going, but if you look at my current job, you can say that I had farsightedness without any perspective". He was the coach of Borussia Dortmund during that interview.
When asked about his thesis about walking (in English the title would be 'Walking – an inventory and evaluation of a sport for all") he replied "as a professional soccer player (with Mainz) and a young father (a son, Marc born 1988), I didn't really have much time for a diploma thesis. I thought I'd get it done quickly, and I told my supervisor, Professor Bös, that". Interestingly this topic was suggested by his professor. He professor said that there is a new trend sport from the USA. People walk through the malls there in the morning.” Klopp wasn't at all enthusiastic at first. But then he did a proper investigation. In the end Klopp said "I think it was the first diploma thesis in Germany on the subject of walking"
Of course back then Klopp would not have any idea that someday he would manage to clubs which share the same anthems: Borussia Dortmund (2008–2015) and Liverpool (2015-today). The fans of both team would sing 'You'll Never Walk Alone' on matchday. Dortmund fans knew that the song is Liverpool's anthem but yet they love it. Indeed, when Dortmund traveled to Anfield to face off against Liverpool in the Europa League quarter-final in 2016, the two sets of supporters combined to create one of the most memorable renditions of the anthemic classic.
After watching Arrigo Saachi’s (AC Milan coach of 1987-90) training drills Klopp was convinced that anything is possible – you can beat better teams by using tactics. Klopp is a notable proponent of Gegenpressing, a tactic in which the team, after losing possession of the ball, immediately attempts to win back possession, rather than falling back to regroup. Klopp’s tactical analysis is supplemented by his man management skills and ability to galvanize his team. Klopp is also an advocate of ‘Life Kinetik’, a type of exercise program designed to enhance motor skills in athletes, allowing them to react more quickly to movement.
On Thursday 8 October 2015, Liverpool announced Klopp as Brendan Rodgers' replacement at Anfield. He led the Reds to the UEFA Europa League final in 2015/16 and the UEFA Champions League final in 2017/18, although both matches ended in defeat. Klopp was back in the Champions League final the following season, however, and this time guided his side to a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. It was also an impressive domestic campaign for Klopp's Reds, who finished a point behind champions Manchester City despite losing only one Premier League match in the entire 2018/19 season. Better was to come the following campaign as Klopp guided Liverpool to their first Premier League title. The Reds triumphed in style, setting a new record for the earliest title success, clinching victory with seven matches to spare, and equalling the 32 wins claimed by Man City in 2017/18 and in 2018/19.
Liverpool are still chasing history in 2021-22, seeking an unprecedented quadruple of titles. The Reds have won the Carabao Cup (League Cup) and are battling on three competitive fronts this season: the English Premier League, the UEFA Champions League, the FA Cup.
Recently Klopp has agreed a two-year contract extension committing him to the club until 2026. Klopp's decision to confirm his intention to stay at Liverpool to 2026, setting up the Premier League's longest-serving manager for a decade-long tenure at Anfield, is even more of a cause for celebration because only a few weeks ago he was talking once more about fulfilling his pledge to complete his current contract until 2024 and then walk away.
Klopp is now the next manager likely to build a dynasty at a club in the manner of Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United and Arsene Wenger at Arsenal. He, self-evidently, cannot match their trophy haul or anywhere their longevity yet but Klopp's extended presence at Liverpool - to 2026 at least under the terms of his new contract - is as much of a guarantee of success as it gets.
Klopp's middle name is Norbert – It really doesn't get much better than that! Depending where you look the name can mean anything from "hero", "shining from the north", or "shines like the seas". Either way it sounds ominously good for Liverpool fans.
Klopp said his wife Ulla was instrumental in his decision to extent the contract. "The most important contract I signed in my life was with Ulla. We sat at the kitchen table and she said: 'I can't see us leaving in 2024.' That is where it all started". Ulla Sandrock, has authored a couple of kids books. 'Tom and the Enchanted Football' is a tale about a child from Mainz who finds a ball in his attic that allows anyone to play perfect football.
We know where did she get the inspiration of the story.
https://aktuelles.uni-frankfurt.de/menschen/herzlichen-glueckwunsch-liebe-goethe-universitaet/
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