Former Premier League referee David Coote has apologised to Jurgen Klopp as he spoke for the first time since his explicit rant towards the former Liverpool manager was leaked online. Coote was sacked by referees’ body PGMOL in December after an investigation into his conduct.

Former Premier League referee, David Coote has apologised to Liverpool and their former manager Jurgen Klopp for making derogatory comments about the Reds and the German. Coote was sacked by referees’ body PGMOL last December after an investigation into his conduct was concluded.

Former Premier League ref David Coote has apologised following his comments about ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.

The official said earlier this week that struggles with his sexuality contributed to the ‘really poor choices’ that led to his sacking

Former Premier League referee David Coote has insisted that his drug use had no bearing on his on-pitch decisions.

Disgraced referee David Coote has apologised for derogatory comments he was filmed making about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp

Former Premier League referee David Coote has apologised for his actions in a tearful interview where he discusses the leaked video showing him criticising Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool

Former Premier League referee David Coote apologised for the actions that led to his sacking last month by England referees' body PGMOL, saying that the pressure of the job and fear of abuse due to his sexuality triggered his behaviour.

Premier League referee David Coote has admitted to recreational drug use during his rant against Liverpool Football Club.

David Coote has opened up on the vile abuse he received after he was filmed calling Jurgen Klopp a 'c**t'. The referee was recently axed by the Premier League having been caught on camera making a series of derogatory comments about the former Liverpool manager.