Jurgen Klopp shared a light-hearted exchange with former Liverpool defender Neco Williams after Saturday's 3-2 home win over Nottingham Forest.
Williams levelled for the visitors in the 51st minute of the match courtesy of a driven strike, which deflected off Andy Robertson and past Alisson Becker in goal. The 22-year-old refused to celebrate out of respect for the Reds, having spent 15 years at the club in total.
The right-back's effort would, fortunately, have no bearing on the full-time result as Liverpool scored in the 55th minute through Diogo Jota before Mohamed Salah notched with 20 minutes remaining to secure a much-needed victory.
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Returning to Anfield was nonetheless was a special occasion for the Wales international, who has become a first-team regular since sealing a summer switch to Forest during the summer transfer window.
There was even time for a catch-up with Klopp after the full-time whistle for the defender, who had a smile on his face after spotting the Liverpool boss walking in his direction.
In footage shown on Inside Anfield, Klopp can be heard saying "it was deflected" in reference to Williams' second-half strike. Responding in humorous fashion, Williams said: "It was on target, though, so it’s a goal!”
Taking to Twitter after the game, Williams posted the following message: "We keep fighting to the end. Was nice to return back to Anfield."
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