Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
Summary
Jurgen Klopp has agreed in principle to become the new head coach of Germany’s men’s national football team. He is expected to sign a four-year contract, replacing Julian Nagelsmann who resigned after Germany’s early exit from the World Cup.Key Facts
- Klopp met with German Football Association (DFB) officials in New York to discuss his appointment.
- Further talks are planned next week, including an agreement with Klopp’s current employer, Red Bull.
- Klopp has not coached since leaving Liverpool in summer 2024.
- This will be Klopp’s first job coaching an international team.
- Klopp previously won major titles with Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund.
- Germany was eliminated in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, continuing poor performances in recent tournaments.
- Nagelsmann took over in September 2023 but stepped down after the 2026 World Cup.
- DFB leaders involved in talks include President Bernd Neuendorf and Vice President Hans-Joachim Watzke, who worked with Klopp at Dortmund.
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