Loris Karius says he had to convince Jurgen Klopp to let him go

Loris Karius says Jurgen Klopp was keen to keep him with the Reds this season before granting his loan move to Besiktas.

The German goalkeeper joined the Turkish top-flight side on Sunday on a two-year loan deal after Alisson’s arrival at Anfield this summer.

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ISTANBUL, TURKEY – AUGUST 25: Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius arrives at Ataturk Airport

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Karius believes the move will be best for both parties, but he insisted he had to convince Klopp to let him leave the club.

“He [Klopp] told me he would like to have me in the squad because he wants to have the best quality players.

“But I spoke to him and asked him for my wish, it is important to me to play for Besiktas. I talked with him for a long time and he understood my situation.

“I think it was a good deal for everyone. He wished me well but he said he would have liked to keep me.”

The 25-year-old now hopes to make the next step in his career at the Turkish Super Lig side.

“I come here because I think I can make the next step in my career, improve as a player and also help the whole team to improve,” he said.

“I’m still young for a goalkeeper. I want to make the next step and hopefully win many titles with Besiktas.”

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