Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
Jurgen Klopp is in advanced negotiations to become the head coach of the German men's national football team. While an agreement in principle exists, the deal remains subject to his release from his current role at Red Bull.
Why it matters
Klopp is one of the most successful football managers in the world, and his potential appointment marks a significant shift for the German national team following a period of poor performance.
Jurgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team.
The former Liverpool boss met senior German football association (DFB) officials in New York on Friday.
While the DFB said more talks were planned next week and an agreement with Red Bull, where Klopp has been head of global football since January 2025, is still to be reached, it is now just a matter of time before Klopp replaces Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned following the team's early World Cup exit.
"DFB President Bernd Neuendorf and DFB Vice President Hans-Joachim Watzke held their first in-depth talks with Jürgen Klopp in New York regarding his potential appointment as national team coach," said the DFB in a statement.
"During the constructive exchange, an agreement was reached on the key points of a potential contract. Talks will continue next week.
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