In a rare moment of reflection, former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has revealed the one player he truly regrets not signing during his incredible reign at Anfield — Son Heung-min.
Speaking in an interview, Klopp said:
“The only player I regret not signing for Liverpool is Son Heung-min. He would’ve fit Liverpool so good.”
That simple statement has sent fans buzzing, and for good reason. Son has been one of the Premier League’s most consistent performers — combining blistering pace, relentless work rate, and a lethal eye for goal.
Klopp’s admiration for Son goes back years. During his time at Borussia Dortmund, Klopp reportedly monitored the South Korean star closely when Son was lighting up the Bundesliga with Hamburg and later Bayer Leverkusen. However, Tottenham swooped in first, and the rest is history.
Imagine Son in a Liverpool shirt — linking up with Salah, Mané, and Firmino during the Reds’ peak years. Klopp’s trademark high-pressing system and Son’s energy, creativity, and finishing ability would have been a perfect match.
Fans have taken to social media, sharing their thoughts on what could have been. Many agree that Son’s versatility and attitude would’ve made him a Klopp favorite instantly.
While Klopp and Liverpool achieved monumental success — including the Premier League, Champions League, and Club World Cup — even the greatest managers have those “what if” moments.
And for Klopp, that “what if” wears the number 7 at Tottenham Hotspur — Son Heung-min.
