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Jurgen Klopp reacts to Manchester United Champions League qualification as Ruud van Nistelrooy addresses PSV exit

Klopp reacts to United finishing in the Champions League spots

Jurgen Klopp accepted that Liverpool were not qualifying for the Champions League when his side drew against Aston Villa last weekend, which coincided with Manchester United earning a crucial three points against Bournemouth.

Although Erik ten Hag's side were considered a guarantee to secure a top-four finish in January, a few disappointing results gave Liverpool hope of closing the gap and they were able to build momentum.

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Prior to last weekend, Liverpool were just a single point behind but they could only draw with Aston Villa at home.

United defeated Bournemouth thanks to Casemiro's well-taken goal and Klopp, speaking at his last press conference of the season, said that was the moment that he knew Liverpool had lost the race, despite it not being official at that stage.

Read what Klopp said here.

Van Nistelrooy breaks silence on PSV exit

Ruud van Nistelrooy insists PSV Eindhoven will remain in his heart after resigning from the role of head coach at the Dutch giants earlier this week.

The Dutchman's sudden departure was confirmed on Wednesday, citing a lack of support within the club for his decision to quit before the season was over. He left PSV second in the Eredivisie and four points behind league champions Feyenoord with just one game to play.

Van Nistelrooy had worked in multiple roles at the club over the last decade, including coaching their under-17 and under-19 sides. And after a few days of reflection, the former United man took to Instagram to share his gratitude and thank fans of the Dutch side.

See what Van Nistelrooy said here.

Get your hands on our 48-page souvenir United v City FA Cup final print supplement here

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