Jürgen Klopp has introduced some clear and stricter rules for his players compared to Julian Nagelsmann
• Point 1: Punctuality. Under Nagelsmann, players at the team hotel were allowed to gradually arrive for dinner from 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. Under Klopp, all players must be at dinner promptly at 7 p.m. or 8 p.m.
That’s intended to strengthen the sense of togetherness within the team. Going forward, the coaches want dinner to provide an opportunity for the players to interact and exchange ideas with one another.
• Point 2: No phone before games. In the future, the players should focus on what matters during their pre-match activation on matchdays – for example, when warming up in the gym or getting a massage. Conversations with teammates on the adjacent treatment table are encouraged instead
• Point 3: Haircuts at the team hotel are a no-go. Going forward, this will no longer be allowed at the team hotel. The idea is simple: if you’re going on a business trip, you should get your hair cut done beforehand, just like any other employee would
• Point 4: Julian Nagelsmann was heavily criticized for allowing the players’ families to be with them at all times during the World Cup. Under Klopp, this will only be permitted on an occasional basis during major tournaments. The team should instead focus on their shared goal and grow together as a team at the hotel
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