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Jürgen Klopp confirms talks for Germany head coach position

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 1:06 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Jürgen Klopp confirms talks for Germany head coach position

Summary

Jürgen Klopp has confirmed ongoing discussions with the German Football Association regarding the head coaching role after Julian Nagelsmann's resignation post World Cup elimination. Nagelsmann, who stepped down after Germany lost to Paraguay, cited the need for a fresh start for the team as key to his decision. Klopp, currently employed by Red Bull, stated that the talks are progressing but face some challenges related to his contract. He expressed readiness to take on the national team, emphasizing the need for fundamental changes. The DFB is actively seeking a successor to Nagelsmann following the team's disappointing performance in recent tournaments.

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By the Numbers

•Klopp confirms he is in talks with the DFB for head coach position.
•Nagelsmann resigned after Germany's Round of 32 exit in the World Cup.
•Klopp currently has a contract with Red Bull as Head of Global Soccer.
•The DFB is looking for immediate changes following recent failures.
•Previous German performances in international tournaments have been disappointing.

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1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Jürgen Klopp teases immediate Germany ‘changes’ as ex-Liverpool boss confirms DFB talks

What they're saying

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Ex-Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund boss Jürgen Klopp has confirmed that talks are ongoing between him and the German Football Association following the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann
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