Liverpool news: Jurgen Klopp targeting ONE key deal in January transfer window

JURGEN KLOPP is set to return to the Bundesliga early next year to take Hoffenheim midfielder Kerem Demirbay to Anfield.

Posted Sunday, November 18, 2018 by Express.co.uk

Liverpool news: Jurgen Klopp targeting ONE key deal in January transfer window
Liverpool news: Jurgen Klopp wants Hoffenheim midfielder Kerem Demirbay

The German international has emerged as a leading target for Klopp who has been monitoring his progress for much of this season.

Demirbay, 25, was a Turkish under-21 international before switching his International allegiance to the country of his birth in 2017.

He is a player that Klopp knows well after he came through the youth ranks at his former club Borussia Dortmund before moving to Hamburg.

Demirbay has developed into a real power house in the Hoffenheim midfield and is equally as comfortable as either as a ball winner or an advanced play maker.

He has the same management company as Liverpool stars Sadio Mane and Naby Keita which is likely to make a deal straight forward if a fee is agreed.

The Reds have been impressive under Klopp this season.

Liverpool currently remain unbeaten in the Premier League after 12 games.

Klopp’s men are just two points behind leaders Manchester City, who also boast an unbeaten record.

Liverpool’s stars a big admirers of Klopp, with youngster Trent Alexander-Arnold recently claiming the German’s honesty is the key to his success.

"He demands a lot from his players and that’s why he’s had a lot of success throughout his career,” he said.

"We’ve all bought into the ideas that he’s brought into the team.

"I think with the right mentality the team can go a long way and with the mindset that he’s brought we’ve pushed forward over the past three years and I’m sure we can move even further ahead in the next few years.

Liverpool news: Jurgen Klopp targeting ONE key deal in January transfer window
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"He obviously wants the best from everyone in his team and I like his honesty.

"He’s always straight with you and that’s good because you know what he’s saying is the truth, so you really listen to it and apply it to yourself. I think the way he goes about it is perfect.

"He knows when to be harsh with someone and when to put his arm around someone and help them along in tough times.

"I’ve experienced that a few times and it’s helped me to keep on performing.”