The former Liverpool manager has a knack for surrounding himself with important and talented people. Pep Lijnders, who now plays for Manchester City, is one of them.
The other is Vito Matos, who has learned a lot under Klopp’s tutelage.
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He now plays for Swansea City and was appointed the club’s head coach in November last year. At that time, Swansea was indeed at a trough in the English Championship and seemed likely to even be relegated.
Before Matos took over, the club had won just two of its last 10 games. They have now won five of their last 10 games and lost only three during that period.
Matos’ side have now comfortably avoided relegation and are just six points away from the play-offs.
At the same time, Swansea also has the best home record under Matos.
What is admirable about Matos is not only the results of the game, but also the wonderful playing style similar to Klopp’s heavy metal football, but also his ability to employ people.
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Matos took an immediate liking to his players. He’s well-loved by the fans and definitely looks like he has Klopp’s personality in him.
That’s why the 37-year-old feels like a potential future Liverpool manager.
Matos is still in the early stages of his coaching career. But the performances he has shown so far are enough to put him on the club’s radar.
If he continues on the same trajectory, it’s entirely possible that he proves worthy enough to take over at Anfield and return to his former club to fill Klopp’s former role.
Just focus on him now.
