Tottenham striker Richarlison was reportedly seen arguing with Jurgen Klopp yesterday in Liverpool’s clash in north London.
As reported by the Liverpool Echo, the former Everton star was spotted having a heated exchange on the touchline with the Anfield boss just 15 minutes into the match.
Given Richarlison’s strong links to Liverpool’s Merseyside rivals, it’s perhaps no real surprise that the Brazilian international was seen giving Klopp some fruitful words in Tottenham’s clash yesterday.
Liverpool’s loss to Spurs was marred by controversy with VAR incorrectly ruling out a Luis Diaz goal in the first half, with Tottenham going on to win 2-1 in the 96th minute.
The result will do little to help the overall public opinion of VAR in the Premier League, and Richarlison’s antics on the touchline will have angered Klopp in the opening half.
Indeed, the striker is known for being a mischief-maker, and it is perhaps no real shock that Richarlison was caught in an exchange with a figure as explosive as Klopp.
Liverpool should have handled Tottenham’s antics better
Liverpool always knew that they were going to expect some shenanigans from Tottenham yesterday, and the Reds should have arguably dealt with the north London side better.
Richarlison’s reputation as a wind-up merchant was always going to rear it’s ugly head yesterday given his links to Everton.
And other situations in the game could have been dealt with better, with Liverpool potentially managing the mental game poorly in the English capital.
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