Liverpool's backroom staff were given no indication about Jurgen Klopp's departure announcement.

Many fans would have assumed that Klopp had already told his staff beforehand.

However, Liverpool goalkeeping coach John Achterberg stated there were no hints from Klopp until the news was broken to the whole squad on a Friday morning - the same day news was released publicly.

“No one knew it was coming. We were all in the same boat as the fans and the media," stated Achterberg, per the Sunday World.

“It was a shock to the system when he made the announcement, but we all have to keep doing our jobs and get the results in.

“Whatever is happening off the field, you have keep winning when you are at a club like Liverpool.

“It was a shock. I get that, but we have to get on with it. Hopefully we make the season finish in a good way."