DFB set to meet Jürgen Klopp in New York as Chelsea retains Jesse Derry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The German Football Association (DFB) is sending officials to New York to negotiate with Jürgen Klopp, who is a candidate for the national team coach position. DFB president Bernd Neuendorf and vice-president Hans-Joachim Watzke aim to finalize plans regarding Klopp's future and contract details over the weekend. Meanwhile, Chelsea is in advanced discussions to secure young talent Jesse Derry, amid interest from Bayern Munich and Juventus, and plans to extend the winger's contract at Stamford Bridge. The club wants to avoid losing another promising player after the development of Jamal Musiala at Bayern.
- •DFB officials travel to New York for discussions with Jürgen Klopp.
- •Contract details and Klopp's coaching influence will be negotiated.
- •Chelsea aims to secure Jesse Derry with a new long-term contract.
- •Derry is a highly regarded prospect drawing interest from top clubs.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bayern Munich News: DFB flying to New York for Jürgen Klopp meeting; Chelsea keeping top prospect away from FC Bayern; and MORE!
"Chelsea won’t let FC Bayern near its prospects.
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