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Pep Lijnders has committed his future to Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool, after receiving interest from ‘several clubs’ over becoming their full-time manager.

The Reds’ first-team development coach has been highly rated since arriving at Anfield in 2014, becoming a vital part of Klopp’s backroom staff.

His work in developing the Academy’s finest talents, and acting as a bridge between Kirkby and Melwood, has seen the Dutchman gain recognition from abroad.

Eredivisie side Go Ahead Eagles are thought to be one of a number of clubs considering offering the 34-year-old the opportunity to become head coach.

But though Lijnders appreciates the recognition, he has reiterated his desire to remain on Merseyside and work with Klopp.

“This is not the time to think about the next step and personal project,” said Lijnders. “I know about the interest of several clubs and appreciate this, but timing is important, as well as loyalty to Liverpool and Jurgen.”

Hired during Brendan Rodgers’ time at the club, Lijnders spent a year working with the Academy before being promoted to the first team.

Previously at PSV Eindhoven and Porto, Lijnders has spent the past 10 years in a coaching role.

And he admits his ultimate ambition is to become head coach, though not quite yet.

“My whole focus goes to assisting Jurgen,” he added to Voetbal International. “To compete in this intense Premier League, to fight for prices and to give colour to the new generation of players.

“That (becoming head coach) is absolutely the ambition, but this season is probably too early.

“I am loyal and therefore it would be difficult to move away from Liverpool and this project with Jurgen after only one full year.”