Republic of Ireland winger James McClean has called Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp “a bit of an idiot” after the German refued to shake West Brom manager Tony Pulis’s hand last Sunday.
The Merseysiders played out a 2-2 draw with the Baggies, only snatching a point thanks to Divock Origi’s deflected 96th minute strike in a tempestuous Premier League encounter.
"Win, lose or draw you have got to be respectful."
Speaking to Sky Sports, McClean condemned the German’s behaviour, and said he should have been more respectful.
"I’ve got a lot of respect for the man because he done a great job at Dortmund," McClean said.
"But I think he is a bit of an idiot to be honest after the game on Sunday. Win, lose or draw you have got to be respectful."
Klopp was extremely animated on the touchline throughout the clash, gathering his players at the final whistle to salute the Kop.
Afterwards he defended his decision not to shake Pulis's hand, saying: "I didn't see him after the game. I can say nothing. We had some words in the game; sometimes it takes more than a few seconds to cool down.
"Usually I shake hands, I did not today because it was not a friendly game."
McClean played 90 minutes at Anfield and has been in good form for the Albion. The Derry man has been no stranger to controversy himself since his summer move to the English West Midlands, but he has hit a rich vein of form.
His equalising header against Tottenham earlier this month earned a deserved point for his team and drew praise from Pulis.
"James has become a favourite here at the Hawthorns through his challenges and the way he picks up the ball,” the ex-Stoke City boss told the club's website.
"I have been delighted with him and he has been fantastic for us."
