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Loads of Liverpool fans on Twitter have unexpectedly called for the club to appoint Jose Mourinho as Jurgen Klopp's successor following comments this week from the German in his home country which suggest he could leave the role in 2022.

That is the date when the 52-year-old's contract with the Merseyside outfit is due to expire, and it would also take him up to seven years – the same time he managed at previous clubs Mainz and Borussia Dortmund.

In quotes from Bild, as translated by The Mirror, when asked what is next in his career he said: "I hope to continue like this, but in two, three years I don't know what may happen.

"Maybe I'll retire!

"It doesn't necessarily mean it will happen, however, but if that were the case, you wouldn't be surprised."

Those words have obviously got Liverpool supporters talking about who could potentially replace Klopp when he does eventually go, and Mourinho was a surprise name on quite a few lips.

Given he has managed Chelsea and arch-rivals Manchester United – and been sacked by both in the previous four years following some poor performances and results – it is a surprise that the Anfield faithful would want him, with one even describing him as a "perfect fit".

Of course in addition his style of play is seen as more defensive and conservative than Klopp's sometimes gung-ho approach, although you can't argue with his haul over honours over the years – including three Champions League trophies, one Europa League success and three Premier League titles.

Here is just a selection of the Twitter reaction...

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