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‘Replacing Klopp is a worry, but Gerrard looks ready’ – Thompson sees Liverpool legend following Souness’ lead

Lining up a successor to Jurgen Klopp will be a “worry” for Liverpool, says Phil Thompson, but Steven Gerrard’s exploits at Rangers suggest that he has a “fair chance” of treading a path once taken by Graeme Souness.

There is no immediate concern for those at Anfield when it comes to managerial change.

Klopp, who has guided the club to Champions League and Premier League triumphs, is tied to a contract through to the summer of 2024.

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The hope is that he will deliver many more trophies before packing his bags on Merseyside, but the countdown to his inevitable departure has begun.