Liverpool saw numerous bids rejected in their chase to sign Guinean midfielder Naby Keita from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old was identified by Klopp as their main transfer target for the summer as the German coach looked to bolster his midfield.
However, as they saw their final £66 million bid turned down, the Reds gave up on their pursuit for Keita, whose £48 million release clause will be triggered next summer.
After Leipzig boss Ralph Hasenhuttl sternly refused to cash in on the midfielder, saying 'The chance [of Keita leaving] is null', Klopp responded in good humour.
Speaking to Sky Deutschland after Liverpool's pre-season victory over Hertha Berlin, the manager joked: 'Our next offer for Keita is €300m!'.