During a recent press conference, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp shared that young midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has been mentored by veteran midfielder Thiago.
Bajcetic has made an impressive impact since joining the team, becoming a starter and making 12 appearances for the Reds since his debut in August.
His good performances have resulted in a new long-term contract with the club.
Klopp praised Bajcetic as a “top player” and expressed that it is a pleasure to work with him.
He noted that the combination of his Serbian and Spanish origins has been beneficial for his football development and that he is a young and intelligent player.
Klopp also mentioned that it is interesting to note that Bajcetic’s father and Thiago’s father played together, and that Thiago has taken the youngster under his wing. Overall, Klopp expressed his delight at working with the talented young midfielder.
He said:
“A top player. It’s a pleasure working with him.”
“The mix of Serbia and Spain is good for their football. He is a smart boy. Interesting that his father and Thiago’s father played together. Thiago took him under his protection. An absolute joy.”
Jurgen Klopp says a Liverpool player has taken Stefan Bajcetic under his wing? #BBCFootball pic.twitter.com/vT5miPPrx8
– BBC Sport (@BBCSport) February 17, 2023
