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The German coach, who departed from Liverpool in 2024, remarked that rejoining the club remains a possibility. The 58-year-old, post a game-changing near-decade reign featuring continental glory and ending the club's long wait in 30 years, currently occupies roles overseeing worldwide football within the Red Bull organization and in an advisory capacity with the German Football League.

Supporters’ Hopes and His Frank Comments

The club claimed England's top flight last season, though countless followers who adore the manager would embrace the idea that he might come back one day. In a wide-ranging interview, he shared with the podcast host: “I said I won't manage a different club in England. So that means if then it’s Liverpool...yes. Theoretically it’s possible.”

“I’m 58, so I could make the decision later on, who knows. Is a decision required immediately? In that case, I'd stay away. Fortunately, I don’t have to do that. I'll simply watch what lies ahead.”

Conditions for a Comeback

Pressed on the specific conditions must arise to draw him back to management, he revealed he feels no immediate pull for a comeback. “I'm not entirely sure, I love what I do right now,” he said. “I don't crave being a coach; I don’t miss standing under bad weather for two-and-a-half or three hours; No need for media briefings four times, three times a week or doing numerous chats a week.

“I don’t miss the dressing room as a dressing room, yet sharing a meal with the players talking freely, that’s nice. With many victories meaning regularly great spirits in the building. I still have Van Dijk's laughter ringing in my ears as an instance.”

Praise for His Successor

He commended regarding Arne Slot, crediting him due to the changes which secured the championship in the previous season. The team has suffered a string of losses in every contest post heavy investment, yet he dismissed the notion that it might signal the start of a downward turn.

“[Liverpool have] an incredible striker in Flo[rian] Wirtz, critics will regret if spoken against. A remarkable prospect. The French striker, excellent performer. They have a strong thoughtfully assembled roster. Fans shouldn't fret regarding the Reds, they'll bounce back.”

Heartfelt Words for the Late Forward

The manager expressed deep feeling on the loss of Jota, a player he signed while in charge, and the effect on Liverpool. Jota lost his life in a car crash alongside his brother in July.

“How do you replace somebody like Diogo? It’s not about his footballing ability, his personality mattered. I struggle to conceive the dressing room absent his presence. Putting it into words is tough on this topic. A profound tragedy for the entire squad too. Not a single person would cite it as an excuse but it is the situation. Being in that space where he was omnipresent. Dealing with that on a personal level is not easy. Unbearable.”