Reports: Nagelsmann to step down as Germany coach

Julian Nagelsmann is expected to announce his resignation as the head coach of the German national football team imminently, according to widespread media reports. The decision reportedly came after a crisis meeting at the German Football Association (DFB) headquarters in Frankfurt.

Nagelsmann's departure follows the team's disappointing performance at the World Cup, where they were eliminated in the round of 16 by Paraguay in a penalty shootout. This marks a third consecutive early exit for the German team from the tournament, having failed to reach the top 16 in both the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. Nagelsmann had initially ruled out resigning immediately after the loss, stating he was "not one to run away."

However, reports suggest that the DFB leadership urged him to step down during the meeting in Frankfurt. Nagelsmann, 38, took charge of the national team in September 2023, succeeding Hansi Flick, with the stated goal of leading the team to a championship title. His tenure, lasting just over 1,000 days, has been marked by significant disappointment.

The future of sporting director Rudi Völler and managing director Andreas Rettig also remains uncertain. Jürgen Klopp, the former successful coach of Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, is widely considered the top candidate to replace Nagelsmann. Klopp is currently serving as a global soccer expert for Red Bull.

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