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The German coach, who stepped down from Liverpool in 2024, indicated that rejoining the club remains something that could happen. The 58-year-old, after a transformative nine-season tenure featuring Champions League success and the Premier League crown since 1990, has since taken on roles overseeing worldwide football within the Red Bull organization and in an advisory capacity for the DFL.

Fan Sentiment and His Frank Comments

The club claimed the league title last season, yet numerous supporters who adore the manager would embrace the idea that he may eventually return. Speaking candidly, he told the podcast host: “I declared I will never coach another team on English soil. Which implies if then it’s Liverpool...yes. It's plausible.”

“I’m 58, which suggests I might decide later on, it's uncertain. Is a decision required immediately? In that case, I'd stay away. But thank God, I don’t have to do that. I can just see what lies ahead.”

What Would Lure Him Back?

When asked about the specific conditions would have to unfold to bring him back to the touchline, he revealed he feels no immediate pull toward coming back. “It's unclear to me, I love what I do right now,” he said. “No longing for management; No desire to be in the rain for two-and-a-half or three hours; No need for media briefings four times, three times a week or constant media duties weekly.

“The locker room isn't missed as a dressing room, but sitting in a restaurant alongside the squad enjoying conversation, I appreciate that. Success was frequent meaning regularly positive atmosphere in the building. I can still hear Virgil [Van Dijk’s] laugh ringing in my ears as an instance.”

Commending Arne Slot

He spoke highly regarding Arne Slot, acknowledging his role for the tweaks that took the title in the previous season. They've been defeated a string of losses in every contest following significant transfers, yet he dismissed the idea of it representing a decline.

“[Liverpool have] a top-class attacker in Flo[rian] Wirtz, doubters will be silenced if spoken against. An outstanding player. The French striker, incredible player. They have a strong balanced team. No need for concern regarding the Reds, they'll bounce back.”

Emotional Tribute for Diogo Jota

He shared movingly regarding the passing of Jota, whom he brought in while in charge, and the effect on Liverpool. Jota was killed in a car crash with his brother this past summer.

“Who can fill the void of somebody like Diogo? It goes beyond his footballing ability, it’s the guy he was. I struggle to conceive the dressing room without him in it. I still cannot speak properly on this topic. A devastating blow for all the boys also. Not a single person might employ it for poor performances though it's a fact. Being in that space where he was omnipresent. Coping with it emotionally is challenging. Overwhelming.”