'He could have taken over Manchester United, but his wife said it wasn't right': Liverpool legend Phil Thompson claims Jurgen Klopp snubbed move to Old Trafford because his wife Ulla was not keen... but she then gave the thumbs up to a move to Merseyside

Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool have developed such a close connection that many believe the pair are a match made in heaven after the German delivered the club's first league title in 30 years.

The charismatic 53-year-old has enshrined himself in Anfield folklore since joining the club in 2015, following last season's Champions League triumph with clinching the ever so elusive Premier League crown.

However, the club's loyal supporters owe a huge debt of gratitude to their German hero's wife, Ulla, without whom Thursday night's celebrations would not be made possible.