Klopp to strengthen defence

Jurgen Klopp wants to strengthen his defence and will make it a priority ahead of next season, the Liverpool manager has revealed.

Klopp also confirmed striker Danny Ings has returned to training but warned he may not rush him back into the Liverpool line-up, possibly preferring to keep him back until fully fit for next season.

Klopp was speaking the day after the Reds conceded an injury-time goal to lose 1-0 to Villarreal in their Europa League semi-final first leg.

Although pleased at how his squad have improved since his arrival at Anfield in October, the charismatic German said he still wants to strengthen their defensive frailties.

“We solved a lot of problems. Set pieces were the worst thing. We needed to improve and we did,” he said.

“When you build up a team you start with the defence. But it’s not just about speaking to the defenders. I’m never happy conceding goals.

“To …

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