Liverpool are highly unlikely to qualify for the Champions League this season even if it is not Jurgen Klopp’s nature to give up.
It’s disappointing but also represents an opportunity. He and the club have to use this period, starting against Arsenal today, to look at the big picture and plan for next year and beyond.
This campaign has been an extreme let down. From chasing the Quadruple last season, Liverpool are fighting to reach the top six — and they’ve not finished lower than eighth since being promoted to the top flight in 1962.