“For 50 games you usually need one and a half seasons and we still have a job to do in this one. What you have to do keeps you awake,” said Klopp.

“It’s has been intense but fun, too. Everything is new which is always interesting and time goes by like I can’t believe.

“I will have no problem going on holiday but I also look forward to the next three games.”

Liverpool and Chelsea find themselves in an inauspicious position ahead of their Anfield meeting, well below their expectations.