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Jürgen Klopp wanted Konrad Laimer at Liverpool before Bayern move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:33 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Jürgen Klopp wanted Konrad Laimer at Liverpool before Bayern move

Summary

Jürgen Klopp expressed his desire to sign Konrad Laimer while he was at RB Leipzig, aiming to bring him to Liverpool in 2023. Klopp, now a pundit, stated he envisioned Laimer playing as a central midfielder, or a number six, rather than the full-back role he has taken at Bayern Munich. Laimer ultimately joined Bayern on a free transfer and is now reportedly close to extending his contract with the club beyond 2027.

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Key Details

•Jürgen Klopp wanted Konrad Laimer for Liverpool in 2023.
•Laimer joined Bayern Munich after leaving RB Leipzig on a free transfer.
•Klopp would have used Laimer in a central role at Liverpool.
•Laimer is reportedly nearing a contract extension with Bayern beyond 2027.

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What they're saying

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Back in 2023, Konrad Laimer left RB Leipzig to join Bayern Munich on a free transfer.However, if Jürgen Klopp had his way, the 29-year-old Austria international would have moved to Liverpool instead....
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