IDOAMEBO – Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended after a video surfaced in which he allegedly insults Liverpool FC and former manager Jurgen Klopp.
The video, circulating on social media, appears to show Coote making disparaging comments about Liverpool, calling the club “s***,” and referring to Klopp as a “German c***” while speaking with another individual.
The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) which manages officiating for the Premier League, confirmed Coote’s suspension and announced an investigation but declined further comments until it concludes.
The clip also features a man, alleged to be Coote, recounting past interactions with Klopp, including a game against Burnley during the pandemic lockdown. He describes Klopp as “arrogant” and explains his preference to avoid conversation with him, though he expresses a favorable opinion of Liverpool player James Milner.
Coote officiated Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday, November 9, but the video appears to have been recorded earlier. This incident has raised significant concerns over impartiality and professionalism, leading to the referee’s suspension while PGMOL completes its review.
