Jürgen Klopp to Lead Germany's National Team, Reports Fabrizio Romano
Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- German football insider Fabrizio Romano reported that Jürgen Klopp has agreed to become the new head coach of the German national team.
- Klopp is set to replace Julian Nagelsmann following Germany's disappointing performance at the 2026 World Cup.
- The 59-year-old specialist is finalizing contract details and his departure from his current role as Red Bull's sporting director.
Jürgen Klopp has reportedly agreed to take the helm of the German national football team, according to renowned football insider Fabrizio Romano. Romano announced the agreement on social media using his signature "here we go" phrase, signaling a confirmed deal.
The 59-year-old former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager is expected to succeed Julian Nagelsmann, whose tenure ended after Germany's dismal showing at the 2026 World Cup. Reports indicate that a long-term contract has been agreed upon by both parties.
Klopp is currently in the process of finalizing the remaining details of the project and the terms of his exit from the Red Bull system, where he serves as Global Sporting Director. His current contract includes a specific clause that allows him to leave early for the opportunity to manage the German national team.
Julian Nagelsmann was dismissed following Germany's failure in the 2026 World Cup, where the team was eliminated in the Round of 16 by Paraguay in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. This marked Germany's first-ever loss in a World Cup penalty shootout.
here we go
Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.