Jürgen Klopp news conference
Lucas Leiva is first to the mic. He tells the assembled media that the team is adjusting to Klopp's style.
He says: "We have a very honest group and want to improve. We are trying to take on [Jürgen's] ideas as soon as possible."
BBC Merseyside Sport also reports Leiva saying: "There's no pressure on the team at the moment in terms of achieving things. We're taking it game by game."
Extent of @LFC's injuries evident by fact Klopp has brought a piece of paper with him. Quite literally an injury list.
Some more encouraging news in terms of squad selection as Klopp confirms that Christian Benteke, Roberto Firmino and Dejan Lovren are back in training
Europa League football "is a big chance to get a good feeling and confidence," says Klopp.
Confirmation from BBC Merseyside Sport too that Daniel Sturridge will not play on Thursday but has been earmarked for Sunday's Premier League tie against Southampton.
Klopp on #LFC injuries: "Sturridge is getting better and better, the target for him is Sunday."
The magic of the Kop will have to wait a bit longer for Klopp (his first home game is on Sunday against Southampton) but he is preparing himself for the reaction at Anfield, saying: "I can't say much about the atmosphere at Anfield but I want to go there and see it and feel it."
The manager got a good laugh after he apologised to the Russian interpreter because his answers were too long!
Klopp on #LFC tomorrow night against Rubin Kazan: "I hope no-one is waiting for 4-0 after three minutes and is disappointed."
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