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Jurgen Klopp believes Liverpool need to produce “something special” if they are to beat Napoli

by December 10th, 2018

Liverpool’s fate hangs delicately in the balance in the UEFA Champions League and coach Jurgen Klopp believes his team need to produce “something special” if they are to beat Napoli tomorrow. 

Liverpool are currently third in Group C and must beat Napoli either 1-nil or by two clear goals on Tuesday night to ensure qualification for the last 16 of the competition.

The Italians, who are now managed by former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti, claimed a one nil win over the Reds in Naples in October and Klopp is expecting another tight match at Anfield.

“He was talking about little changes he wanted to make and that is really tough after a very demanding coach like Sarri, making changes and keeping the players behind you after being very successful.

“You can see the differences and they are so good. They do really well in the league.

Liverpool must win 1-0 or by two clear goals to ensure their place in the last 16 of the Champions League

“We all know the results we need. It is difficult because Napoli is good in possession but is good counter-attacking as well and a typical Italian team, good at defending.

“So it is a big challenge but it is football and if something special is possible, it is here.”

In a recent interview Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis claimed he tried to sign Klopp while he was manager of Borussia Dortmund in 2013.

Klopp confirmed the talks occurred but played down suggestions he would be open to moving to Italy in the future.

“I still have a three-and-a-half-year contract so I am not sure if anybody wants me after that,” said Klopp.

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