Liverpool stars worthy of Ballon d´Or nominations – Klopp

Jurgen Klopp feels Liverpool s seven nominees for the Ballon d Or are fully deserving of the accolade, though he does not feel any personal pride for the players individual achievements.

Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, Alisson, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Roberto Firmino and Georginio Wijnaldum were all named on a 30-man shortlist for the annual award on Monday.

The nominations follow on from an incredible 2018-19 campaign for the Champions League winners, with Klopp s side also finishing second to Manchester City in a thrilling Premier League title race.

Speaking ahead of his team s European game against Genk on Wednesday, Klopp has no doubt Liverpool s stars are worthy contenders for the honour.

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