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Jurgen Klopp has revealed his aims for his first season in charge at Liverpool.

The German has placed the emphasis on the Reds' identity on the pitch, rather than winning trophies immediately.

The former Borussia Dortmund boss says he wants to 'develop a recognisable brand of football' this term, as he prepares for his first game in charge at Tottenham next weekend.

Despite an indifferent start to the campaign, taking just 12 points from their opening eight games, Liverpool sit only three points off the final Champions League sport, currently occupied by Crystal Palace.

Klopp, speaking to German publication Bild, said he is 'humbled' to have the chance to take over at the Reds.

"I have no idea why the hype is so big," he said. "I am humbled to have this chance.

"Lots of German coaches have been successful but not many come here. This is a big challenge for me and my coaching team.

"Liverpool have had a period without success and changed managers a lot. Now the hope is for miracles, but progress takes time.

"I had a long conversation [with John Henry]. The aim is to develop a recognisable brand of football."

Klopp also spoke about the January transfer window, and whether he will look to improve the squad.

He insists he isn't thinking about how much money he will have to spend, instead focusing on the players he already has to work with.

He added: "I am not interested in the money I have to spend in January. It's only October now. Let's look at the players who are already here first."

The Anfield faithful have already taken to their new manager before a ball has been kicked in his tenure, following a highly impressive first press conference.

However, Klopp has revealed he was relieved to finish the briefing, and that he is continuing to have lessons to improve his English.

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"I was relieved after the press conference," he continued. "I have talked a lot of nonsense in my life – but not in English!

"I had not planned [the 'Normal One' quip]. I was asked and it came out. Sometimes it's better to hold your mouth!

"I have not read a newspaper since the press conference, but I've heard they're already making t-shirts [with my words]."