James Milner speaks out on The Klopp Effect at Liverpool

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What was Klopp like to work with when he first arrived?
How did he use anger to set standards early on?
What preconceptions might Klopp have had about English footballers?
Milner also recalls the funny conversation he and Klopp had about changing his role with Liverpool, why he claims to have made Andy Robertson's career and how his 'team first' mindset allowed him to flourish at Liverpool, even when asked to play out of position.
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0:00 James Milner
0:30 How Jurgen Klopp transformed Liverpool
#jeffstelling #jamesmilner #jurgenklopp
How Jurgen Klopp transformed Liverpool and evolved as a manager

[@footballsgreatestpod]

What is Jurgen Klopp's greatest moment as Liverpool manager? 🤔

[@ukArnz]

That Barcelona comeback for me, one of the great European nights 👊

[@footballsgreatestpod]

​@@ukArnzunbelievable Jeff

[@BrianPritchard]

Winning the premier league in the timeframe he said he would

[@kevinkeane254]

Draw with West Brom and thanking the fans 😂

[@michaelburnett7809]

@@ukArnzagree with that one

[@wanchaichump5932]

Milner’s willingness to play at left back was absolutely key to LFC’s progress under Klopp because Alberto Moreno was an unmitigated disaster. That gave the team time to acquire and develop Andy Robertson, who became world class there and allowed Milner to move back into his preferred midfield role. What a class player!

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Team player through and through ❤

[@terrykirby-fahey7363]

Milner should be a awarded a life long acknowledgement in LFC hall of fame. He is one of those rare player's that over years of services always gives his very best. A very selfless player 😂

[@davidoconnell4100]

One of the best surprises as a signing by Liverpool. Reliable, disciplined, professional and very funny. Also when you hear younger players talking about his care and attention to them he is a quality guy. A quiet tip for a future Liverpool manager.

[@timmo3351]

I’d definitely like to see him back at Liverpool one day in some capacity

[@carolaustin1031]

What a legend you are James. Absolute machine, we were lucky to have you. YNWA

[@ynwa3573]

The most underrated #7 in Liverpool jersey. A very definition of Professionalism and Servant. He left as Liverpool LEGEND. YNWA

[@HuSiaCat]

Consummate professional. When Stevie G left, he helped fill those mighty boots, not by playing the same, but by being a leader andnm stepping up to whatever he was asked to do. I'm gutted he didnt see out his career with us. Such a positive influence on the entire squad. YNWA.

[@mangteban3640]

Milner played 100% all the time win or loss raining or not. Super.

[@mrchickflick6969]

As red I loved Milner he wasn’t a pretty footballer but what he did on the pitch helped to our success. Liverpool legend

[@rustystuff]

Absolutely love this guy, was gutted to see him go. Hope he comes back to a coaching position for LFC.

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Surely there'll be something for him if that's what he wants to do 💯

[@dondamon4669]

Why? He doesn't seem the smartest and you can't listen to that voice while training and that really does matter

[@sammyhizzle1692]

@@dondamon4669YOU can’t listen to that voice

[@Therealscousedancer]

​@@footballsgreatestpodthink he'd be a great coach! Imagine as a younger player having all that experience to coach you!

[@flankspeed]

Milner is a true pro. 👍

[@abigailirvine3414]

A complete model professional every young player look to emulate how to use your talent and extend your career

[@footballsgreatestpod]

No doubt about that, hopefully he goes into coaching 🙌

[@Pooltergeist1]

@@footballsgreatestpod Was about to say. Hope he takes over Liverpool one day. He has trained with the 2 best coaches in the world, and is definantly a leader. Can see a similar arc as Alonso is having now for him.

[@garytaylor2914]

Liverpool fan here, i absolutely love this guy

[@SickAunt]

Him and Firmino were probably my two favourites. They were proper team players

[@0dinseye]

They were talking about James Milner on Talk Sport, last year, and I think it was Danny Murphy that said, Milner was THE most professional and hard working player he’d ever encountered

[@missteslaknutsen4421]

I remember when my husband told me that we had bought Milner. I was so happy, cause he was a nightmare to play against. I called him my potatoe because he was so versitale. He could be used everywhere for almost anything and do it so well.

[@SP-cp3qu]

cool!

[@TrevLFC]

Can remember a friend who supported the mags when he played for them saying he’s a 7/10 every game. At the time I thought that’s not great, but realised he is a 7/10 in EVERY game he plays. Brilliant servant to his clubs.

[@mohammadrasoulfard-habibi3066]

Not just the best free transfer ever but an absolute legend

[@footballsgreatestpod]

❤

[@paulduffett7584]

Love Milli.......he has a door named after him at the training ground. The model pro 👌

[@matty9535]

Legend status. 37 and still playing at the highest level

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Premier League great

[@mewho8814]

What a man look at the shape hes in, incredible example of dedication..

[@alanjackson2540]

Was at Wakefield Wildcats ground watching Leeds reserves. This 16 yr old came on and was flying up & down the wing. Said to my Dad 'who TF is that' as he looked very good. It was Milner.

[@Bleech606]

How many true great swiss army knife players have their been in the game? A player who can do that should be held in the highest regard. Milner was unbelievable at Liverpool - he could probably play any position except central defence. Now we have Gomez doing it across all the defensive positions. A player like that is absolutely invaluable.

[@matthewprice2626]

Joined at 29 and became a legend. Few players join clubs at that age and do that.

[@matthewdrake9699]

The midfield three of milner, henderson and wijnaldum really worked after coutinho left. Were they the best players.. no, did they work their socks off so robertson and trent could get down the wings.. yes!

[@Shaunie2k]

I'm sure there's a quote of Jurgen saying he couldn't believe City let Milner go on a free but i cant find it to validate

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Got to be one of the Prem's greatest free transfers

[@jamarwente1497]

Yes I can confirm Klopp did said that

[@JMatthew131]

They offered him a new deal on more money he was offered elsewhere I believe but wanted to be a first team player. Turned out to be a great decision

[@paulmarbs7388]

Milner will be a great manager in the future

[@stevenclark1973]

Would still do a job at Liverpool. The best example of the complete professional.

[@dondamon4669]

Apart from the football ability,but was a good squad player like Phil Neville could play anywhere apart from winger or striker but not as good as Neville

[@zagadape109]

There you go, here's a man to look up to. What a lad, what a fantastic career. Pozdro666

[@Geep615]

Milner will forever be one of my favorites

[@allancain1947]

What a player and what a ultimate professional.

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Agreed!

[@helenackers1751]

Great player milner should have stayed at Liverpool x ❤️ x ❤️ x ❤️

[@alexblackmore-davey4993]

theres like a minute gap audio and video stop?

[@TR4zest]

What a lovely guy and a dedicated pro. SUCH a team player. Not bad for a burro.

[@TheWierdVibe]

Klopp❤

[@untoldhistory2800]

Every time I see Milner I can’t help it but think about that Messi nutmeg in the Champions League

[@Rob-hy8vb]

Hendo and Milner were absolutely vital being in and around the team, 2 leaders, 2 vets, this guy was killing the youth in bleep tests 😅

[@mohammadrasoulfard-habibi3066]

Love watching the bleep test. Looked brutal

[@GerryScullion]

At 6:02 your video freezes @footballsgreatestpod

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Apologies, hope you still enjoy regardless, you can watch the full episode here kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWPaknp5lt5smpY

[@OCMRick]

I thought Milly was just really considering his response

[@footballsgreatestpod]

@@OCMRick never in a rush on and off the pitch

[@user-nz1ko3uo5y]

Respect 🫡

[@cbdj777]

Love this guy

[@frisbeetarian34]

Milner is a class act.

[@inserter400]

Great professional 👏

[@runningsuperska]

Fittest team in the league under Jurgen.

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Legs for days

[@leebishop7176]

Top Top Player and pro 💯🔥

[@Coachbill254]

I believe Milner has a chance to one day manage Liverpool.

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Who would be his assistant? Lallana? 😅

[@Coachbill254]

@@footballsgreatestpod time will tell

[@philipezra8671]

you think he’d even deserve a shot at managing one of the biggest clubs on the planet? Based off a good interview 😂🤔

[@Coachbill254]

@@philipezra8671 not based on this interview. His work ethics, discipline and leadership skills. He will be a manager someday

[@dondamon4669]

Why he hasn't managed??

[@stub6378]

Proper baller

[@prayaggrg]

I remember Milner slapping I think it was Moreno 😂for that error lol

[@footballsgreatestpod]

😂😂😂

[@hashimjaama3309]

Why does it freeze

[@fillashthrownout3309]

Future LFC Boss?!

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Now that would be fun to see

[@Thebeautifulgame14]

Doubters to Believers and he kept it.

[@magiccouponsREAL]

lol this video breaks midway through lmao

[@R_W103]

Do it for the team 😂

[@user-yk2gs7xc7c]

Brendan Rodgers 'success' was 100 % cos of Suarez

[@SD-nq6kg]

His indirectly the reason Klopp is leaving. Jürgen mentioned in an interview his had to do so much extra work around Melwood than his used too because Milly was there. Extra work...lack of energy...Klopp even begged the board to keep Milly another year.

[@Amadaghon]

فين الحلقة يا فوكس!

[@footballsgreatestpod]

Linked in the description 👍

[@tommymein9046]

Only the test of fire makes fine steel.

[@ericthekop9624]

[@stepheneason3005]

👏👏👏

[@ynwa9785]

Always be Liverpool legend leeds Newcastle legend don’t no if city u legend there but sure u r at clubs mentioned i reacon be amazing manager aswell

[@philipezra8671]

Like Steven gerrard 😂😂😂

[@moons4768]

City fans like to boo their old players even though they let them go bcos they were not needed. Milner gets it every time and just recently they did same to Jesus.

[@PeopleAdverts]

Think James Milner has two different peoples legs

[@derekosullivan2826]

Model pro, sorry he left City before Pep came, l think Pep would have liked him, a team player

[@ArjunGhag-ix7te]

Read souness in daily mail. Winning Premiership is worth 5 FA cups +5 Eufa. Blessing in Disguise to exit cups as LFC now have 3 less games. More time to rest mentally & heal. Much less risk of injuries & red cards & mental fatigue & focus without distraction on what really matters. Premiership champions. Destiny will make it happen. Just like destiny drove Messi to finally win World Cup ! DESTINY - written in the stars !.

[@hurataimad136]

Yes written in the stars, LOL!!!! Love your fans delusional talk.

[@damien1351]

He didnt evolve. He came after a Gerrard slip cost them the title. They were a title challenging team as it was.

[@tenzintashi9957]

Lol….out of last 6 seasons before klop ….that season was the only time liverpool finished top 4…that’s is not title challenge team ….bullshit….

[@birdburd2280]

Love Milner but definitely dozed off then

[@amrasfour1718]

Milner will always be remembered by messi's nutmeg and pep's reaction .