Jurgen Klopp Set to Take Over as Germany Head Coach

By Hotepo Setonyon

The German Football Association (DFB) has announced that Jurgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to become the next head coach of the German national team.

The former Liverpool manager is expected to sign a contract that will keep him in charge until 2030, succeeding Julian Nagelsmann, whose tenure is set to end after the 2028 European Championship.

DFB president Bernd Neuendorf and vice president Hans-Joachim Watzke held talks with Klopp in New York regarding the position. During the meeting, both parties reportedly agreed on key aspects of the deal, with further discussions expected to continue next week.

However, Klopp’s appointment remains subject to an agreement with his current employer, Red Bull, where he serves as Head of Global Soccer.

Germany endured a disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. They finished top of their group despite suffering a defeat to Ecuador but were eliminated by Paraguay on penalties in the Round of 16.

Following Germany’s exit from the tournament, it was confirmed that Nagelsmann would step down as national team coach.

Klopp has been away from club management since leaving Liverpool at the end of the 2023-24 season. During his successful spell at Anfield, he guided the club to Premier League and UEFA Champions League titles.

Since departing Liverpool, the 54-year-old has taken up a role with Red Bull and has also worked as a television pundit for German broadcasters during the World Cup.

Should the deal be completed, Klopp will take charge of Germany as they begin preparations for the next major international tournaments, with hopes of returning to the top of world football.

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