Dortmund's Ricken says Bundesliga must support German national team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 12:34 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Lars Ricken, Borussia Dortmund's chief, emphasized the responsibility of Bundesliga clubs to improve the performance of the German national team after its disappointing World Cup exit. Following another early knockout, Ricken stated that clubs must train players effectively for international success, acknowledging that the team's performance has been unsatisfactory. He also mentioned the potential hiring of Jürgen Klopp as the national team coach, highlighting his experience and authority. Klopp's appointment is contingent upon negotiations with his current club, Red Bull, where he serves as Head of Global Soccer.
- •Lars Ricken spoke about Bundesliga's role in national team success.
- •Germany's recent World Cup exit was seen as disappointing.
- •Ricken discussed the need for better player training.
- •Jürgen Klopp may become the national team coach.
- •Negotiations with Red Bull are ongoing regarding Klopp.
- 12:34 PMYahoo Sports — Dortmund chief Ricken: Bundesliga has duty to boost Germany team
"Borussia Dortmund chief Lars Ricken said Bundesliga clubs have a duty to act after another botched World Cup for Germany, adding that Jürgen Klopp cannot be the sole saviour of German football. Klopp as the likely future national team coach was "the all-round problem-solving package," Dortmund's managing director and former Germany midfielder Ricken told reporters on Tuesday on the sidelines of Dortmund's first day of pre-season training.
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