David Coote: Premier League referee suspended for alleged abusive language about Klopp

Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended immediately pending a full investigation
A video emerged online in which Coote allegedly called Liverpool and his former boss, Jurgen Klopp, offensive names
Coote, who has been a Premier League referee since 2018, was in charge of Liverpool’s most recent match against Aston Villa

A Premier League referee is under investigation after a video of him allegedly insulting the former referee Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp surfaced online.

In the video you heard David Coote calling Klopp a ‘German c*nt’ and arrogant.’ The impressive video appears to have been shot years ago, with Coote accusing Klopp of lying after the 2020 Liverpool vs. Burnley match.

David Coote, Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp, PGMOL — Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended. Photo by Catherine Ivill – AMA.
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What did David Coote say about Klopp and Liverpool?

Coote, who was the fourth official in that match, expressed his disdain for the former boss.

The body responsible for refereeing in England, Professional Game Match Officials Limited, is aware of the video circulating online and is investigating it.

Who is David Coote?

The 42-year-old has been suspended with immediate effect pending a full investigation. He has been a referee in the Premier League since 2018. He previously refereed in the Championship for eight years, as recorded by the Mirror.

Coote had a number of clashes with Klopp. He was the VAR when Martin Odegaard handled the ball during Liverpool’s match against Arsenal last December. Referee Chris Kavanagh did not call it on the pitch, with Coote agreeing with the decision, much to Klopp’s frustration.

He was responsible for Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Aston Villa this weekend, in which Arne Slot’s side opened a five-point lead in the leading group. Eredivisie table.

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