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Jurgen Klopp is arguably one of the best managers in the world right now. With a smart, tactful and attacking approach to the game, his style of football has been a delight to watch.
The German manager is only getting better with time and is bound to achieve more success in the future. There are very few managers in the game who can motivate their players as well as Klopp does.
Jurgen Klopp has always had an attacking approach
With Klopp's style of football, midfielders have a key role in maintaining the tempo of the game. Having managed a good number of European clubs, the German manager has had the opportunity to play with some top-quality midfield players.
Many of them have helped him become the successful coach he is right now. Without further ado, let's take a look at the top midfielders to have played under Jurgen Klopp so far.
#5 Ilkay Gundogan (Borussia Dortmund)
Jurgen Klopp had an amazing time at Borussia Dortmund, making a mark in the Bundesliga. At the time, he had some wonderful and underrated players at his disposal and Ilkay Gundogan was one of them.
The German midfielder is an extremely talented player. With his timely runs in the box, creativity and goal-scoring abilities, Gundogan was very productive while at Dortmund. Klopp's attacking game-style suited him well as he went on to make 117 appearances under the German manager.
Had it not been for long-term injuries, Gundogan would have surely earned more success under Klopp. Nevertheless, the German midfielder joined Manchester City in 2016 and is doing quite well with them.
#4 Fabinho (Liverpool)
There are very few players in the world right now who are as versatile and underrated as Liverpool's Fabinho. The former Real Madrid midfielder has been an asset to the Reds on the pitch.
Ever since he joined the Premier League club in 2018 from Monaco, Fabinho has been very impressive with all his defensive abilities. He can play as a defensive and central midfielder and can even play as a central defender if and whenever needed. Jurgen Klopp has managed to make the best use of the Brazilian's skills and help bring success to the club.
Under the management of the German, Fabinho has played 147 games so far. The Brazilian midfielder remains an important player for Klopp as he aspires to achieve big things with Liverpool.
#3 Georginio Wijnaldum (Liverpool)
Jurgen Klopp is known to make smart signings in his managerial career and Georginio Wijnaldum has to be one of them. With his impressive performances at Newcastle United, the Dutchman was able to earn a move to Liverpool in the summer of 2016.
With Klopp's guidance and amazing management, Wijnaldum was able to become a fine box-to-box midfielder with the Reds. His high work-rate, impressive positioning and timely contributions in attack made him a valuable player for the German manager.
The Dutch midfielder played 237 matches under Klopp, winning the Premier League and UEFA Champions League in the process. It was surprising to see Wijnaldum leave Liverpool for Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2021.
#2 Marco Reus (Borussia Dortmund)
Marco Reus has been a very loyal servant to Borussia Dortmund. When Klopp managed the Black and Yellows, the German attacking midfielder was one of his finest players.
Although many of Klopp's best players left Dortmund, Reus stayed at the club and is still playing for them. With his intelligence, technical abilities and creative skills, the German midfielder was a delight to watch. He made 121 appearances under Klopp, scoring 53 times and registering 44 assists.
Injuries did hamper his game-time during that duration but his impact remained the same whenever he played. It is only unfortunate that Reus did not get the recognition like his other teammates did after moving to a bigger club.
#1 Jordan Henderson (Liverpool)
Klopp has always found success in improving the players at his disposal. With his arrival at Liverpool, it elevated the performance of Jordan Henderson.
The German manager's impact was so strong that it drastically improved the Englishman's game-play. It also played a big part in changing Henderson's personality and approach to the game. This eventually helped him become Liverpool's captain.
Under Klopp, the English midfielder has played 233 games so far. Henderson's wide range of passing from deep midfield and defensive contributions has helped Liverpool immensely. Klopp has shown a lot of faith in the 31-year-old and it is being repaid very well by Henderson time and again.
