Jurgen Klopp’s Attempt to Address ‘Liverpool’s Greatest Mistake’ Thwarted as Contract Decision Takes Shape
Liverpool’s esteemed manager, Jurgen Klopp, who has masterminded the club’s incredible transformation since joining in October 2015, recently revealed what he considered to be the most significant error of his managerial career—a decision involving Son Heung-min.
In a candid interview with Korean news outlet KBS News in November 2022, Klopp openly admitted, “One of the biggest mistakes in my life is not signing Son Heung-min. Outstanding player. He is fantastic, a sign of Korean football and one of the best strikers in the world.”
However, Klopp’s hopes of correcting this colossal mistake appear to be thwarted once again. The reason behind this unfortunate turn of events lies in Son Heung-min’s current contract situation with Tottenham Hotspur.
According to reports from The Telegraph, Son has the option to trigger a one-year extension in his existing contract, which is set to expire in the summer of 2025. This development comes as a priority for Spurs, especially following Harry Kane’s departure in the summer transfer window. The club’s chairman, Daniel Levy, is determined to secure Son’s long-term commitment, particularly after the promising start to the season under new manager Ange Postecoglou.
Reflecting on his past decision to snub Klopp’s advances, Son recalled, “I wanted to stay in the Bundesliga. Leverkusen and Dortmund wanted me. Both teams play in the Champions League, but I thought Dortmund would use rotation more than Leverkusen.”
He continued, “That’s why I chose Leverkusen over Dortmund. It’s really important to play regularly at my age.”
As the football world watches with bated breath, Klopp’s pursuit of Son Heung-min, the player he regards as one of the finest in the world, faces yet another hurdle. The intricacies of contract negotiations and player choices continue to shape the narratives of football, leaving fans and managers alike with moments of reflection and, in Klopp’s case, perhaps regret.”