Hammers make Klopp contact

West Ham have been in touch with Jurgen Klopp’s advisers having entered the race to make him the club’s next manager.

We understand that approaches were made once it became clear that the Borussia Dortmund manager announced he was quitting his job in Germany.

We are involved with a clutch of clubs ready to push the boat out big time to get the 47 year old but the club have told ClaretandHugh: “It’s a longshot.”

Our understanding – according to well placed sources – is that co chairman and chief shareholder David Sullivan picked up the phone within seconds of the announcement as he always does when he wants somebody urgently.

ClaretandHugh was told: “The owners love him. It would be a massive coup but our chances, given the competition are about 33/1.

“They are having a go and the are also keen on Rafa Benitez but all the while there is a chance of Klopp there is excitement.

” Jurgen is making his mind up and weighing options. They are trying.”

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