Germany appoint Klopp as ex-Liverpool coach sought to lift World Cup blues
Jurgen Klopp has been appointed as the new head coach of the German national football team, signing a contract that runs until the 2030 World Cup. Klopp, who previously managed Liverpool, will transition from his role as Red Bull's head of global football to lead Germany's efforts to regain international prominence.
Why it matters
Klopp is one of the most high-profile managers in world football, and his appointment is a major strategic move for the German Football Association following recent tournament failures.
Jurgen Klopp last coached in 2024 at Liverpool but was Red Bull’s head of global football, leading Leipzig and New York.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info New Germany coach Jurgen Klopp worked in the media during FIFA World Cup 2026 [Abbie Parr/AP] By Al Jazeera Staff , AFP and The Associated Press Published On 24 Jul 2026 24 Jul 2026 Germany has hired Jurgen Klopp to coach its national team, giving the ex-Liverpool manager a daunting task to turn around the fortunes of a squad which failed yet again at the World Cup.
Klopp, famed for his success during stints as coach at Borussia Dortmund and especially Liverpool, has been in talks with the German Football Association (DFB) about trying to lead Germany, long a football powerhouse, back to prominence.
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