Jurgen Klopp sends message to Liverpool fans after Coronavirus outbreak forces Premier League suspension until April 3rd.
Liverpool could have become the first premier league side to win the title before April. However, they have now been denied the record following the suspension of all football related activity in the country until the weekend of April 4.
Also read: Premier League officials privately admit there is very little chance of football resuming in April
To make matters worse for the Reds, there is no guarantee that the league will resume on the given date. The suspension could very well extend following a review of the situation. There is also a bleak but possible chance that the league could be called off completely.
While the supporters fret in worry that their chance of lifting the trophy after 30 years of league drought, their manager Jurgen Klopp has released a brilliant and classy response to the situation wherein he has spoken of the need to do what it takes for the greater good.
Jurgen Klopp sends message to Liverpool fans after Coronavirus forces Premier League suspension
“I don’t think this is a moment where the thoughts of a football manager should be important, but I understand for our supporters they will want to hear from the team and I will front that,” Klopp wrote on Liverpool’s official website.
First and foremost, all of us have to do whatever we can to protect one another. In society I mean. This should be the case all the time in life, but in this moment, I think it matters more than ever.
I’ve said before that football always seems the most important of the least important things. Today, football and football matches really aren’t important at all.
Of course, we don’t want to play in front of an empty stadium and we don’t want games or competitions suspended, but if doing so helps one individual stay healthy – just one – we do it no questions asked.
If it’s a choice between football and the good of the wider society, it’s no contest. Really, it isn’t.
Today’s decision and announcement is being implemented with the motive of keeping people safe. Because of that we support it completely. We have seen members of teams we compete against become ill. This virus has shown that being involved in football offers no immunity. To our rival clubs and individuals who are affected and to those who later will become so, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
None of us know in this moment what the final outcome will be, but as a team we have to have belief that the authorities make decisions based on sound judgement and morality.
Yes, I am the manager of this team and club and therefore carry a leadership responsibility with regards to our future on the pitch. But I think in the present moment, with so many people around our city, the region, the country and the world facing anxiety and uncertainty, it would be entirely wrong to speak about anything other than advising people to follow expert advice and look after themselves and each other.
The message from the team to our supporters is only about your well-being. Put your health first. Don’t take any risk. Think about the vulnerable in our society and act where possible with compassion for them.
Please look after yourselves and look out for each other.
You’ll Never Walk Alone,
Jürgen
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