Jurgen Klopp is set to make an emotional return to the Liverpool dugout on 28 March when he serves as assistant manager for the Reds' Legends fixture against Borussia Dortmund.
The 58-year-old German, who departed his role as Liverpool boss 18 months ago following nearly nine years in charge, will work alongside Sir Kenny Dalglish at Anfield for the charity encounter.
Dalglish had previously been announced as manager for the home side, with Klopp now confirmed as part of his coaching staff for what promises to be a special occasion at the famous ground.
The match will generate funds for two worthy causes: the LFC Foundation, the club's charitable arm, and Forever Reds, Liverpool's official association for former players.
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Joining Klopp in supporting Dalglish will be two other Anfield legends, with Ian Rush and John Aldridge completing the backroom team for the evening.
Klopp has long been a vocal advocate for the LFC Foundation's charitable efforts, having repeatedly praised what he describes as its "incredible work" both in the local community and on a global scale.
Jurgen Klopp won every major trophy at Liverpool during his time as manager
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The fixture brings together two clubs with deep connections to the German coach's managerial career.
During his time at Anfield, Klopp secured seven major trophies, establishing himself as one of the most decorated managers in the club's history.
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Five facts about the Premier League | PA/GETTY/REUTERS/GBNEWSHis crowning achievement came in 2019 when Liverpool lifted the Champions League, followed by an even more significant triumph the following season as the Reds claimed their first league championship in three decades.
The German holds a unique distinction at Liverpool, becoming the sole manager to have won all four major honours with the club: the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup.
His departure in 2024 marked the end of a transformative era at Anfield.
The upcoming fixture carries particular emotional weight for Klopp given his history with the opposition. Before arriving on Merseyside, he spent seven years managing Borussia Dortmund, where he built his reputation as one of European football's most exciting coaches.
Jurgen Klopp won trophies with Borussia Dortmund before becoming manager of Liverpool in 2015 | GETTYHis spell in Germany yielded considerable silverware, including two Bundesliga titles, a German Cup and two German Super Cups.
Klopp also guided Dortmund to the Champions League final in 2012-13, where they finished as runners-up.
The March encounter will therefore see him reunited with both clubs that defined his managerial career on the European stage.
Who comes out on top remains to be seen.