Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is playing down his return to Germany.

The former Mainz and Borussia Dortmund boss takes his Reds to Augsburg for the Europa League Round of 32 first leg on Thursday and just the thought of his imminent arrival back in his home country has caused a stir amongst the German press.

However, Klopp is remaining calm regarding the apparent significant of his presence as he believes others are making more out of it than there really should be due to his legacy in Germany.

"I was there for 47 years, it's no problem. I know this country, I will not be surprised," he said.

"It is more special for other people because there are not too many German managers working in foreign countries.

"Most of my colleagues are working in Germany so if a German manager works somewhere else and comes back, yes it is possible to be a more interesting story but for us, and for me especially, it is a Europa League game.

"From the first moment, I've said this is a very important tournament for me. We did a job in the group to get to the last 32 and now the target is the next round."

Klopp added: "If I wasn't here and Augsburg play against Liverpool, it is still the biggest game in their history.

"I don't think there is extra motivation because I am there but it is a special situation because it's Europa League and it's a small club that can earn a lot of money."