LIV THE DREAM

How Jurgen made mentality monsters go on trophy rampage

- CHRIS MCKENNA

WHEN Jurgen Klopp walked into Anfield the message was to turn “doubters to believers”.

But, in truth, he turned Liverpool fans into dreamers again.

That’s why on an oddly chilly early May night in 2019, thousands showed up to Anfield ready for something special when it should have been nothing more than going through the motions.

Barcelona arrived with arguably the best player in the world in tow in Lionel Messi. They were overly confident with a three-goal lead from the first leg at the Nou Camp of this Champions League semi-final.

Their social media post read: “We score one, Liverpool need FIVE – and we’re going to get at least one… agreed?”

Lost in translation? Doubtful. But in the dressing room that night the message was clear.