He's got a big word for Klopp.
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The Poland international joined the Klopp revolution at Dortmund in 2010, and believes it was the best decision of his life as he enjoyed a rise to the summit of the game from obscure beginnings...and a collected a cupboard full of medals into the bargain.
For Lewandowski, one of his former manager’s greatest qualities is to spot talent no matter the age or source – and he believes that means the Acadamy at Liverpool will get an instant shot in the arm, and the best young players a chance to shine.
“He can spot talent, and he will use talent no matter the age. He doesn’t just look to buy players, but always he has one eye on the academy players, who are good enough for him to use in his plans,” the Pole explained.
“You take a player like Mario Gotze; he was taken out of the academy as a teenager by Jurgen, and given a chance because he saw the talent in him.
“A few years later he is one of the best players in the world, and scoring the winning goal in the World Cup final. That is not the only example, Jurgen likes to promote from the academy and play local players.”
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http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...cademy-6598780
This is what vanGaal was touted of also but I just think there is that much pressure on managers these days that they don't want to risk bringing through raw talent.
I still remain convinced that the mid rande 10-15M overseas players are no better than what's in the academies. The latter just don't get a chance.
Don't think we'll ever see a class of 92 again.