Amazon Eyes Liverpool Documentary on Jurgen Klopp’s Final Season

Amazon in Talks Over Liverpool Documentary Deal

Amazon Prime Video are reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire the highly anticipated Liverpool documentary series. This eight-part series captures Jurgen Klopp’s final season as the club’s manager and has generated significant interest from major streaming platforms. The series, filmed during the 2023-24 season, showcases the dramatic and emotional final months of Klopp’s tenure as Liverpool pursued a historic quadruple but ultimately secured only the Carabao Cup and a third-place finish in the Premier League.

Behind the Scenes: Filming Klopp’s Last Season

Production of the documentary, spearheaded by Lorton Entertainment, began in December 2023. The series offers an inside look at Liverpool’s day-to-day operations, culture, and fanbase, with a special focus on the Carabao Cup celebrations. Initially, Disney+ emerged as a frontrunner to secure the rights to the series, especially after the success of their “Welcome to Wrexham” series. However, Amazon Prime Video has since become a strong contender.

Klopp’s Change of Heart: From Opposition to Participation

Jurgen Klopp has long been known for his reservations about “access-all-areas” documentaries. He previously expressed concerns that such projects could disrupt the team’s focus and had even stated he would leave Liverpool if the club’s owners, Fenway Sports Group, ever commissioned one. Yet, with the realisation that this would be his final season with the Reds, Klopp softened his stance and gave the green light for filming to proceed.

The initiative was driven internally by Drew Crisp, Liverpool’s senior vice-president, with support from CEO Billy Hogan, before it was presented to Klopp for approval. The result is a series that promises to be a captivating watch for fans, offering rare insights into the team’s dynamics and Klopp’s leadership during his farewell season.

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Future Liverpool Content on Amazon Prime

While negotiations for the Klopp documentary continue, Amazon Prime Video have already secured another Liverpool-related project. At their recent showcase event, Amazon announced that next year they would release a documentary about Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish. Directed by award-winning filmmaker and lifelong Liverpool fan Asif Kapadia, known for his work on “Senna,” “Amy,” and “Diego Maradona,” this documentary is expected to further strengthen Amazon’s sports documentary portfolio.

In conclusion, the ongoing discussions for the Klopp documentary highlight the growing demand for sports content on streaming platforms. Fans eagerly await the opportunity to relive the highs and lows of Klopp’s final season with Liverpool, making it a potentially lucrative acquisition for Amazon.