Jurgen Klopp has agreed to become Germany's new national team coach. The former Liverpool manager returns to the dugout after two years. He will replace Julian Nagelsmann following Germany's World Cup failure. The German Football Association is finalising contract details this week.
Klopp left Liverpool in May 2024 after nine trophy-laden seasons. He won the Premier League and Champions League with the Reds. He then became Head of Global Football at Red Bull. Germany crashed out of the 2026 World Cup in the group stage. That humiliation cost Julian Nagelsmann his job. Klopp had previously rejected the Germany job in 2021. He cited exhaustion after a demanding club season. The 58-year-old is one of Europe's most decorated managers. He also won Bundesliga titles with Borussia Dortmund. His high-intensity style transformed both clubs.
Contract negotiations involve Red Bull, Klopp and the DFB. All parties expect an announcement within days. Klopp will take charge ahead of the Nations League. His first task is rebuilding a broken squad. Germany hosts the 2029 European Championship. Klopp must restore confidence before that home tournament. He will also plan for the 2030 World Cup. Fans have welcomed the appointment on social media. Critics question whether he can adapt to international management. The deal represents a major coup for German football.
