FIFA World Cup 2026: Jurgen Klopp on verge to become Germany's head coach after agreement with DFB
New York, July 11
Jurgen Klopp is reportedly on the verge of becoming Germany's next head coach after reaching an agreement in principle with the German Football Association.
According to reports from Germany as per Sky Sports, a breakthrough was reached during talks in New York on Friday, with Klopp expected to sign a contract that will run until the end of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Only the final formalities are believed to remain before the deal is completed.
Klopp's departure from his role at Red Bull is expected to be finalised with the company's CEO, Oliver Mintzlaff, during their meeting in New York by early next week.
The DFB are reportedly planning to officially announce the agreement on Saturday.
The former Liverpool manager currently serves as Red Bull Group's head of global soccer, but his contract includes a special release clause allowing him to take charge of the Germany national team.
It is Klopp's first coaching job since leaving Liverpool in 2024. Nagelsmann stepped down from the role as head coach after Germany's shocking World Cup last-32 exit against Paraguay.
The 38-year-old took charge of Germany in September 2023 and guided the nation to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals, where they were beaten by eventual winners Spain.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Interesting timing—after Nagelsmann's exit following Paraguay's shock win, Germany needs a steady hand. Klopp's track record speaks for itself. Hope he brings back the 2014 spirit! 🇩🇪
Klopp is a genius, no doubt. But I wonder if the Red Bull role was just a stepping stone. He seems restless—always ready for a new challenge. Germany should be careful: his high-intensity style might not suit international tournaments. Just my two paise. 🤔
As an outsider looking in, this is huge for world football. Klopp vs. Guardiola in the international scene? Yes please! Though Germany's last-32 exit was shocking—Paraguay? Really? Klopp has his work cut out.
Klopp brings so much charisma—that's what Germany needs after a dull spell. But I'm skeptical about the contract until 2030. That's a long commitment. What if it doesn't click? Remember, international coaching is different from club level. Hope he proves me wrong though! 🙏
Finally some good news for German football! After Euro 2024 heartbreak against Spain, they need a fresh start. Klopp's man-management is world-class. If he can build a team like he did at Dortmund and Liverpool, Germany could dominate again. Exciting times! 🇩🇪✨
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