Liverpool fan union Spirit of Shankly list three problems after Jurgen Klopp's Anfield claims

Liverpool Supporters' Union Spirit of Shankly have responded to Jurgen Klopp’s comments regarding the atmosphere at Anfield.

The Reds manager admitted he was “not overly happy” with the level of support that could be heard during the team’s Carabao Cup quarter-final win over West Ham United on Wednesday night. Similar concerns had been raised by pundits during Liverpool’s draw with rivals Manchester United last weekend.

"We changed a lot of things and we dominated West Ham like crazy and missed chances,” said Klopp midweek. “If I was in the stands I would be on my toes, 1,000%. I don't know if the Manchester United game was that bad that we have to say sorry we didn't smash them. We need Anfield on Saturday [against Arsenal].”

Spirit of Shankly have stated that they share Klopp’s concerns about the home support. However, the supporters’ group have highlighted other issues that could have a long-term impact on Liverpool’s fan culture.

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A statement from Spirit of Shankly said: “We have no argument with Jurgen Klopp highlighting issues around the Anfield atmosphere, or lack of it, at times. It’s something our fans discuss regularly, it is central to the club’s, and Anfield’s, identity, and something the most passionate among us are keen to protect.

“It is no accident that opposing teams, coaches and fans speak about the ‘Anfield effect’. We all know how intimidating the crowd can make it for visiting sides, how the atmosphere can be second to none – ask Barcelona, or Dortmund or City, or Arsenal last season.”

The statement continued: “We do have