‌Lijnders took up the assistant manager role under Guardiola at City last summer, having established himself as a trusted deputy to Klopp at Anfield. The Dutchman departed Anfield alongside Klopp in 2024 and, following a brief tenure at Red Bull Salzburg, was receptive to a Premier League comeback. When I spoke with Jurgen he was so clear, 'If you don't do it, I will take the assistant job!'" Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL package This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Sky will show at least 215 live Premier League games next season, an increase of up to 100 more.

Source: Daily Mirror February 01, 2026 13:41 UTC