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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp backs The Last Samuri to win the Grand National

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed his pick for this weekend's Grand National.

Klopp is backing The Last Samuri to take victory in the famous steeplechase after being handed the horse as part of a sweepstake among the Anfield club's staff.

The former Borussia Dortmund manager stands a good chance of winning, with his choice currently sixth-favourite at odds of 16-1.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed his pick for the Grand National
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed his pick for the Grand National
Klopp has backed The Last Samuri (left) to win the famous steeplechase at Aintree
Klopp has backed The Last Samuri (left) to win the famous steeplechase at Aintree

Klopp admits he knows little about horse racing but is hoping for the best when the Grand National gets underway at nearby Aintree on Saturday afternoon.