"He was an inspiration." Arsenal head coach speaks out about Jurgen Klopp's departure

Liverpool's head coach, Jurgen Klopp, sent shockwaves through the football and sports world by announcing his decision to depart Anfield at the end of the season.

However, it appears that not only Liverpool fans will miss Klopp, but also Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, who engaged in numerous memorable battles with his counterpart.

When asked if he would miss Klopp, the Spanish tactician responded:

"Absolutely. I think it will be a significant loss. He has been a source of inspiration. He has a truly captivating way of building teams and transforming the club."

Klopp had already triumphed over Arteta in 2024 when Liverpool eliminated Arsenal from the FA Cup with a 2-0 score. Arteta will seek revenge against his opponent in tomorrow's match, as his team welcomes the Merseyside guests at the Emirates Stadium.

Before the match, he stated:

"We have proven that we can defeat top teams, and now we face Liverpool in a much better position. We talk about momentum. We have two victories, and we aim to extend that to three. The atmosphere in the stadium will be incredible, and we will need that. I urge the fans to play with us."

Recall that Klopp indicated a waning motivation, leading to his decision to leave the club after nearly nine years of leadership. Nevertheless, as Liverpool fiercely contends for a potential quadruple, the coach remains committed to giving his all.