Jorg Schmadtke and Jurgen Klopp have been friends for many years, share a similar football philosophy and love the same music – among other things, they are fans of the German punk-rock band ‘Die Toten Hosen’. They are also good friends with the band members, so they know each other very well.Jorg Schmadtke on his new role:”The coach’s influence on transfers is greater in England than in Germany. Jurgen Klopp sets the priorities. We support him with a team of data analysts, scouts and so on.” #lfc [sport1 via athletic] pic.twitter.com/s1XJakDIyz— Anfield Watch (@AnfieldWatch) May 30, 2023 The negotiations between Schmadtke, 59, and Liverpool lasted for several weeks, and today the famous English club finally announced that the deal is done – the Reds got a new sports director and the man who will have all the responsibility for transfers in the future. Understandably, everything is in agreement with Klopp, who insisted on his arrival.Jorg Schmadtke has signed a short term deal as new Liverpool director. 🚨🔴 #LFCHe’s already taking care of Mac Allister and Fabio Carvalho situations.Mike Gordon: “Jorg will work with our football operations department as it continues to provide support for Jürgen Klopp”. pic.twitter.com/njQWERMOIl— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 30, 2023 When Schmadtke left Wolfsburg in January and announced his retirement, Klopp spoke out: “I would like to work with him. I’m sure it would work out well. Jorg is a top character, someone who has not changed at all in 38 years in football. He was always consistent with himself. It’s a shame, football will miss him”.##NAJAVA_MECA_7292188##But obviously, the charismatic Liverpool boss has not come to terms with the fact that his compatriot and friend is definitely retiring. In recent months, after some serious persuasion, Klopp succeeded in his intention. He will finally be working with the man he admires so much and who will replace Julian Ward.
