Jurgen Klopp's message to Liverpool fans in matchday programme

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has told fans they are still together despite an empty Anfield playing host to their clash with Crystal Palace tonight.

The German, who has not hid his views when asked about coronavirus and the government's handling of it, has thanked fans for the sacrifices they've made.

Liverpool cannot win the title tonight, but a win would give them the opportunity to do so against Manchester City at the Etihad.

And ahead of the clash with the Eagles, Klopp has said that the forthcoming moments can be "uniquely special".

“It is important to begin by saying I hope you and your loved ones are healthy and safe,” Klopp wrote in the official matchday programme.

Jurgen Klopp has paid tribute to fans (PA)

“Unfortunately because of the nature of the terrible virus there will be those of you reading this who have lost family members or close friends during this period. I doubt very much there is a person on the planet who doesn’t have a connection to someone who has been affected by the tragic consequences of what we have collectively been through and continue to face.

“Those of you reading this now, who will no doubt be watching the match today, you are still with us. If you watch with your entire household or you watch by yourself because of the circumstances, you are with us today.

“We know what our club and this group of players in particular means to you. We know the joy it brings. We know you kick every ball and shout still as if you were in the middle of the Kop.

An empty Anfield will play host to Liverpool's game with Crystal Palace (Getty Images)

"We know the impact of what we do now will be as big as anything we have ever done, because you are making sacrifices for us by staying in your homes.

“We may be apart physically, but we are always together. I really believe in this. These moments are unique – but they can be uniquely special. You cannot be in or around the stadium or even gather anywhere today, but I can bring you into our dressing-room for the moment, in terms of telling you what we feel as a team.

“For us, the importance of what we do and how we do it has never been more critical. For us, it is ‘now more than ever’.”