Jorg Schmadtke's Liverpool in-tray as sporting director explains role alongside Jurgen Klopp

Jorg Schmadtke has been confirmed to be taking over as Liverpool's new sporting director, with his arrival having been formally announced on Tuesday.

He will now be charged with overseeing a summer overhaul, with midfield reinforcements expected to be the priority.

The role is believed to be initially on a short-term basis, with a view towards a long-term appointment.

Speaking about his new role, Schmadtke Said

"The input of the coach in transfers is greater in England than in Germany, where a sports board or a sports director holds everything in one hand. Klopp sets the priorities,”

“We then work with data analysts and scouts, he will then choose from a list of players who he’d like to work with. After that, I will approach the targets and clubs. And in the end, the owners must also be satisfied with the investments.

"I’ll start on 1 June. If we like each other, the cooperation can go beyond the transfer window. Let’s see. Then we will continue this or not.”