Jurgen Klopp has admitted he was “surprised” by Roberto Firmino’s decision to leave Liverpool at the end of the season but said he respected the forward’s choice to depart on his own terms.The Brazilian told Klopp last week that he will be bringing his influential eight-year stay at Anfield to a close in the summer after deciding he would not be extending his contract.Firmino has played a key role in Liverpool’s success under Klopp and the German said he remains committed to helping the club’s push for the top four this season.Firmino scored Liverpool’s seventh goal in the win over Manchester United on Sunday, days after his decision to leave was confirmed, but Klopp said there will be time for a proper goodbye at the end of the campaign. Signup
Jurgen Klopp has admitted he was “surprised” by Roberto Firmino’s decision to leave Liverpool at the end of the season but said he respected the forward’s choice to depart on his own terms.The Brazilian told Klopp last week that he will be bringing his influential eight-year stay at Anfield to a close in the summer after deciding he would not be extending his contract.Firmino has played a key role in Liverpool’s success under Klopp and the German said he remains committed to helping the club’s push for the top four this season.Firmino scored Liverpool’s seventh goal in the win over Manchester United on Sunday, days after his decision to leave was confirmed, but Klopp said there will be time for a proper goodbye at the end of the campaign. Freerolls