Jurgen Klopp has opened up on his reasons for leaving Liverpool last year, and why he made the surprising move to take on a new role in the sport, starting as Red Bull's head of global soccer

Liverpool manager was presented as Red Bull's new global head of football but offered very little clarity on what that role entails

Klopp’s decision to join the energy drinks giant to develop its branded soccer clubs around the world has confounded fans of his previous clubs – particularly in Germany, where as coach he led Mainz to Bundesliga promotion in 2004,

Jurgen Klopp has described his new role as ‘Dr Football’ with Red Bull, although it’s unclear what cures he will administer.

Watch live as Jurgen Klopp gives his first press conference as Red Bull‘s global head of soccer on Tuesday, 14 January. Klopp previously said he hopes to be able to “figure out what is useful for football” and wants to start learning about the game again in his new role.

Jurgen Klopp has revealed for the first time why he left Liverpool, citing the relentless fixture schedule as a key factor in his departure from Anfield. Speaking at his first press conference as Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer today,

Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has held his first press conference as head of global soccer at Red Bull. Among many other things, he answered critics of the move.

Jurgen Klopp admitted that he is open to return to management but the former Liverpool boss ruled out coaching a Red Bull club.