'End of an era doesn't happen in 7 games': Fowler defends Klopp from criticism

Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp have faced a lot of criticism over a poor start to the 2022/23 season. The Reds suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat against Napoli in what was arguably the worst performance in Klopp's seven-year tenure, and are on nine points in the Premier League after six games.

Robbie Fowler has shared his opinion on what's going on with the Reds, urging fans to be more patient.

“It looks like Liverpool have some real problems, there’s no doubt about that, and no hiding from it either,” the iconic ex-Red told the Mirror.

“In the insane parallel universe of social media it’s ‘obviously’ down to the end of a era, the disintegration of the Klopp empire, the collapse of his team as a force, or whatever.

“In real life, it doesn’t happen in seven games. Nine games ago, Liverpool were on the verge of an historic quadruple and the undisputed title of the greatest team of all time.

“They were a few minutes away from the title, until Villa collapsed at the Etihad. They were by far the better team in the Champions League final, against a Real Madrid side who were clearly fearful of Liverpool, and astonished that they had won.

“Now, seven games into a new season they’re finished as a force? It doesn’t happen like that. Great teams do decline, but it’s over years, not days.”