Sadio Mane has told Rio Ferdinand why he signed for Liverpool (Image: Rio Ferdiand Presents/YouTube)

A simple four-word statement from Jurgen Klopp convinced Sadio Mane to reject Manchester United for Liverpool. The Senegalese forward became an Anfield icon during his time with the Reds, claiming every major trophy while netting 120 goals and providing 38 assists in 269 appearances following his 2016 switch from Southampton.

Back then, Mane was courted by Tottenham, as well as Liverpool and United. He came remarkably close to joining the latter, holding talks and even reaching an agreement to sign for the Red Devils.

But everything changed when Klopp, who had previously attempted to bring Mane to Borussia Dortmund, made contact. Speaking on Rio Ferdinand's Presents show, h

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