It was certainly intriguing to see Jorg Schmadtke observing training earlier this week.

Source: https://www.liverpoolworld.uk/sport/football/liverpool/why-eight-players-missed-liverpool-training-as-new-man-watches-on-4216654

Jorg Schmadtke is in talks with Liverpool over succeeding Julian Ward as Sporting Director.

Source: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-transfer-news-live-schmadtke-26861752

Schmadtke has emerged as a surprise contender for a position in the backroom staff at Anfield with the still looking to replace outgoing sporting director Julian Ward, who will leave this summer after just 12 months in the role.

Source: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jurgen-klopp-speaks-out-first-26950528

Whether it was CEO Billy Hogan or sporting director Jorg Schmadtke who made contact with Fluminense is unclear.

Source: https://www.liverpoolworld.uk/sport/football/liverpool/liverpool-already-have-two-major-advantages-over-arsenal-in-andre-transfer-battle-4382425