Jurgen Klopp Jokes About Hosting Mallorca Parade if Manchester City Stripped of Titles

Klopp’s Take on Manchester City’s Alleged Financial Breaches

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has humorously declared he’ll host a party in Mallorca if Manchester City are stripped of their Premier League titles. Klopp’s lighthearted comment came amidst ongoing investigations into City’s alleged breach of 115 financial rules between 2009 and 2018.

An independent commission is currently reviewing the case, with potential consequences ranging from fines to points deductions, relegation, or even title revocations. A verdict is expected in the first quarter of this year, leaving football fans and analysts eagerly awaiting the outcome.

Klopp’s Mallorca Promise: A Garden Parade with Beer

Speaking at his unveiling as Red Bull’s head of global soccer, Klopp recalled his reaction to the financial allegations during his Liverpool tenure.
“I told all the people who wanted to [celebrate], ‘Just book a flight to Mallorca. I will buy the beer!’ We’d have our own parade in my garden,” he joked.

Klopp emphasized that he hadn’t been following the details closely but was intrigued by the timing of the decision.
“Oh God… what a headline! It could be two months away? Wow.”

A Storied Rivalry: Klopp vs. Guardiola

During his eight-and-a-half years at Liverpool, Klopp was Manchester City’s fiercest competitor. His Liverpool squad narrowly missed out on Premier League glory in the 2018/19 and 2021/22 seasons, despite amassing staggering point totals. Klopp eventually secured Liverpool’s first top-flight title in 30 years during the 2019/20 season.

After leaving Liverpool due to burnout, Klopp transitioned into his new role with Red Bull. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot, has kept the club at the top of the table, sitting 12 points clear of City midway through the season.