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Former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier believes Jurgen Klopp is the perfect fit for Anfield.

The Frenchman has watched with interest as the German coach has made a big impact with the Reds since being appointed as Brendan Rodgers’ successor in October.

“Jurgen has personality,” Houllier told Express Sport.

“I know Jurgen from UEFA meetings and he has always liked Liverpool. He had a passion for the club.

“He was always talking about Liverpool; what we did, how we lived. I can tell you he was a true fan of Liverpool and he was following the results before going there.

“In a way, he will bring something different. And the way he plays is a very modern way; high pressing, offensive football and quick transition.”

Houllier led Liverpool to an historic treble in 2001 and that glorious run of silverware started with winning the League Cup.

The current crop have advanced to the semi-finals of the competition under Klopp with a two-legged tie with Stoke City to follow in January. Houllier believes going all the way would act as a springboard.

“They are in the semi-final of the Capital One Cup, which could give a lot of confidence for the rest of the season,” he added.

“We saw that when we won and you saw that with Chelsea. When Mourinho won that trophy [in 2005], he won the title on the back of it.

“Sometimes with a competition like that you get a sense of relief first because you win something and then it gives you confidence.”

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