Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he is closing in on becoming Germany’s next head coach after agreeing a ‘genereous’ exit arrangement with Red Bull group.
The 59-year-old, who became Red Bull’s Head of Global Soccer in early 2025, is set to replace Julian Nagelsmann after Germany’s distratious adventure at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Klopp has explained that while his departure from Red Bull has been agreed, the formal process with the German Football Association (DFB) is still ongoing.
According to Sky Sports Germany, the former Liverpool manager could be officially unveiled as Germany’s new head coach on Friday if the remaining formalities are completed.
Jürgen Klopp is set to become new Germany manager (Photo by Tom Weller/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Speaking to MagentaTV, Klopp admitted that the process is not yet complete but believes an announcement is close. “Nothing is final yet, but talks have been ongoing and everything is moving in the right direction,” Klopp said. “I’ve reached an agreement with Red Bull, a very generous one, so there’s really nothing standing in the way.”
He added that discussions within the DFB still need to be completed before anything is made official, stating: “However, many more discussions need to take place because we’re talking to a governing body and a lot of people need to be informed. Nothing has been decided, but we’re not far from being able to make an announcement. Ideally, it should happen in the next few days; the decision will be made.”
Having failed to impress in the last three World Cup tournament, Germany are counting on Klopp to get the team back to their best.
Klopp is expected to reshape the national team’s coaching structure, with plans to build a backroom staff capable of implementing the high-intensity style that defined his club career.
Sporting director Rudi Voller is set to remain in his current role, providing continuity within the DFB.
The remaining discussions between Klopp and the DFB are expected to conclude in the coming days. If everything proceeds as planned, Germany will formally appoint Klopp as their new head coach.
After his appointment, DFB will turn their attention towards assembling the coaching staff and beginning preparations for the next phase of the national team’s rebuild.
