The rationale behind Liverpool's decision to transfer Jude Bellingham explained by Jurgen Klopp.

Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Liverpool has given up on pursuing Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham due to the exorbitant price it would take to secure his transfer.

The club has been eyeing the English international for years, but the cost of the deal has now become too high for Liverpool, which has limited resources and other pressing transfer needs to attend to.

Reports indicate that Dortmund may demand a fee of at least €150m for Bellingham, plus the additional costs of wages and agents' fees, making Liverpool's pursuit increasingly unrealistic. This situation has left Manchester City and Real Madrid as the most likely contenders for the 19-year-old's signature.

Asked about Liverpool's withdrawal, Klopp emphasized that he did not want to discuss such speculation, stating that "there's nothing to say about it to be honest."

During the press conference, Klopp made a comparison between Liverpool's pursuit of Bellingham and a child asking for a Ferrari for Christmas, remarking that "It's not about Jude Bellingham. I never understood why we constantly talk about things we theoretically cannot have."

The Liverpool manager added that it is crucial to be realistic about the club's financial means and work within limitations accordingly, saying that "we are not children. You have to realize what you can do, and then you have to work with it."

While Liverpool is still in the market for midfield players, the club is currently monitoring the ongoing contract negotiations between Chelsea and Mason Mount. Should Mount fail to reach an agreement with his club, he may be put on the transfer market this summer.