What Jurgen Klopp said about Conor Bradley when he was Liverpool manager rings true after his display vs Real Madrid
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It was a night to remember for Liverpool on Wednesday as they sealed another three points in the Champions League against Real Madrid.
Arne Slot’s stock continues to rise on Merseyside with Liverpool succeeding across all competitions under their new manager.
The Reds remain top of the Premier League and the Champions League but there are still some issues plaguing the club outside of the pitch.
Real Madrid have held talks over Trent Alexander-Arnold which is causing some major concerns as to the long-term plans at right-back.
However, Conor Bradley shone against Real Madrid on Wednesday night with a performance which proved Jurgen Klopp’s past comments right.
What Jurgen Klopp said about Liverpool’s Conor Bradley
It was a display to remember for the young right-back with Jay Spearing also praising Bradley’s showing against Madrid.
But it seems as if one man had no concerns about Bradley’s potential to potentially replace Alexander-Arnold in the future.
Speaking to the media earlier in the year, Klopp waxed lyrical about the 21-year-old defender who is now starting to really showcase his talent.
“I’ve known it for a while. In my left ear is Pep Lijnders and in my right ear is Vitor Matos, telling me,” Klopp said about Bradley’s ability back in January.
“I remember Pep sitting in my office telling me he’s put both of his hands in fire. I have loved him from the first days and didn't need a lot of convincing.”
“The thing is Conor showed up extremely well in pre-season, did extremely well at Bolton.
He comes back, looks top and does well in pre-season, wow and is out for four months with the back, it is the kind of issue that only young people have.”
And it seems as if Liverpool fans are also excited about Bradley after watching him in action against Kylian Mbappe on Wednesday night.
What Conor Bradley said after Real Madrid victory
It has been a busy start to the campaign for the 21-year-old who has already racked up 12 appearances across all competitions.
Only four of those appearances have come from the starting XI with the game on Wednesday his first start in the Champions League.
Taking to Instagram after the game, Bradley marked what was a night to remember for the Reds.
“Enjoyed that one ! Big performance from the team. First start and assist in the UCL,” he said.
Not only did Bradley put in a solid defensive showing, but the youngster was also able to provide an assist for Alexis Mac Allister’s opening goal of the evening.
Even Alexander-Arnold hailed Bradley as a star for the future with his own time at Anfield under real scrutiny.
