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Liverpool boss Klopp: I DID reject Napoli - as Mr De Laurentiis continues to say!

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp admits he's turned down Napoli owner Aurelio de Laurentiis in the past.

The German was speaking in his Champions League press conference at Anfield ahead of the Reds' crucial final group game against the Serie A side when he was quizzed about Napoli's approach in 2013.

“I still have a contract, three and a half years, not sure if anybody wants me after that. I like Italy, Italian food, everything is fine but unfortunately I don't speak your language too well," said Klopp.

“What I really like with Mr De Laurentiis is that he doesn't hide with information. The only problem is Aurelio is quite chatty! I don't think I have ever told anyone about that conversation, but he mentions it from time to time.

"I think he's really happy with the choices he made. Bringing in Maurizio Sarri was incredible and now having Carlo (Ancelotti) back is outstanding. I think they are really happy with the coaches they have and the people here are happy as well, so we don't need to think about changing."

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