As Liverpool approached to sum up its season, it encountered the confusing equation it had created on its own.
Two of the four titles on the table are a handsome balance by all accounts, but in her case - the specific gravity of the titles she did not win was much greater than that of those she swung.
With all due respect to the League Cup and the English Cup, the final feeling was determined by the misses in the championship match against Manchester City and the loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League final.
Liverpool were left with a lot of pride in the journey they made throughout the 21/22 season, but with no less disappointment that the journey spawned so little in relation to the potential it had.
Time is of the essence now.
Just two weeks ago Liverpool were still on track to win a historic quadruple win (four titles in one season), and within 14 days of tremendous struggles were left with the two titles that bring with them consolations rather than wishes.
Klopp's team was so close, it all happened so fast, and now the question arises: how do you rise from such a thing for next season?
The trophy parade in Liverpool.
Great joy in disappointment, Photo: Getty Images
"I have a good feeling we'll be back here. My players are competitive, and next season we will have a very good team," the German promised, sending a message: "The final next year in Istanbul? So I suggest our fans book tickets."
Past precedents teach that it is worth listening to Klopp.
After the loss to Real in the 2018 final, the manager hurried to pick up his players and ensure that they return to the final and win the cup.
A year later the Reds did beat Tottenham 0-2.
Among his many qualities Klopp proved that he also knows how to learn from losses.
What he has learned from the current loss to Real and the disappointment in the championship fight, Klopp will try to correct as early as next season.
The contract has already been extended, and last week he admitted that the staff will undergo a transformation.
Mana.
Will leave a big hole in the tip, Photo: Getty Images
Fabio Carvalho came from Fulham, and according to the manager, Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones will have a more central role in the future of the club.
More players are likely to arrive, which is necessary in light of the departure of Debbie Origi, the fact that James Milner will become a free agent and the uncertainty surrounding Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Tacomi Minanimo.
Reports surfaced yesterday that Sadio Mane had informed his team-mates that he intended to leave, in which case a significant reinforcement would be required for the attack.
In any case, there is an impression that Klopp is determined not to let contemporary depression seep into what awaits next.
Liverpool are saying goodbye to this season with a huge sense of miss - for Tibo Courtois a big part of that - but also with a sense that they have something good in their hands that needs to be preserved.
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