Injuries not Klopp's farewell have deflated Liverpool

There was no mention of the decision taking an emotional toll when a depleted Liverpool were inspired to win the Carabao Cup or clawed their way to the Premier League summit in spite of several mediocre displays.

KLOPP-OUTS:Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp applauds the fans at the end of the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool. Picture date: Wednesday April 24, 2024.

In isolation, Jürgen Klopp did not have to apologise for losing for the first time in eight visits to Goodison Park. Bad nights happen.

In the context of Liverpool’s sorry end to the season, however, an apology felt entirely appropriate.