Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was left furious with a question from a journalist during his pre-match presser ahead of the Reds' Champions League clash against Napoli.
Klopp's side have made the trip to Naples for the opening game of their Champions League group stage campaign as they look to put an end to their stuttering form so far this season. During the press conference, one member of the media pressed the Liverpool boss to comment on fears over fan safety in the city.
Klopp did not take it kindly, firing back: "You want headlines! Do you think it's a dangerous city? You know exactly what they are talking about. I am not here for your headlines." The Reds manager then proceeded to walk out.
Klopp's anger over the question was obvious, but his sentiments didn't entirely add up with those of the official Liverpool fan service Twitter account.
Representatives from it took to social media earlier the same day to write: "Information for supporters in Naples for tomorrow's match: Supporters arriving in Naples prior to matchday should remain in their respective hotel to drink and eat. You are strongly advised not to wear team colours when travelling."
The account then doubled down on their advice, adding: "Fans should not congregate in public areas and should avoid becoming isolated in areas away from the port area of the city.
"We strongly recommend you avoid the city centre. If you chose to visit, please beware that you may be targeted for theft, robbery, or assault."
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As for the actual game at hand, Liverpool take on a side that have often proved a stern test for them whenever they met - something Klopp conceded when discussing the football.
"We never won here but we quite frequently qualified for CL final after Napoli was with us in groups," said the German.
"Maybe twice, once with Dortmund. I am a late bloomer, I need longer to achieve. We have to play better than 3 previous games."
The Reds have endured quite the injury crisis already this term, with plenty of midfielders spending periods on the treatment table while some remain unavailable for this clash against the Serie A outfit.
Club captain Jordan Henderson sustained a relatively serious hamstring injury during the recent 2-1 home victory over Newcastle United and will miss the game in Naples. Thiago Alcantara, however, could be in line for his first action since the opening day of the season.
Klopp explained: "Thiago is back in training, the second day today, he's ready. For how long, we'll see. Hendo, the results of the scan show after the international break he'll be back."
