Klopp’s emotional tribute to Sadio Mane – “our loss is Bayern’s gain”

German coach Jurgen Klopp has paid an emotional tribute to 'one of Liverpool's greatest players and a 'modern-day icon' of the club after Sadio Mane completed his move to Bayern Munich after the Teranga star signed a 3-year contract, to continue with the Bavarian team until 2025. Jurgen Klopp admits “our loss is Bayern’s gain” after Sadio Mane completed his £35.1 million exits, lauding him as “one of Liverpool’s greatest ever players.”“It’s a big moment. There is no point in anyone trying to pretend otherwise,” Klopp begins. One of Liverpool’s greatest ever players is leaving and we must acknowledge how significant this is.” “He leaves with our gratitude and our love,” he told the club’s official website.
“He leaves with his status among the greats guaranteed. And, yes, he leaves in a moment where he is one of the best players in world football.“But we must not dwell on what we now lose, instead celebrate what we were privileged to have.“The goals he scored, the trophies he won; a legend, for sure, but also a modern-day Liverpool icon.”“We wish him nothing but success in every match he plays in, unless, of course, it’s against us. His star will continue to rise, I have no doubts.”