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Jürgen Klopp expected to become Germany national team manager

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:52 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Jürgen Klopp expected to become Germany national team manager

Summary

Jürgen Klopp is reportedly set to take over as the new manager of the Germany national soccer team, following Julian Nagelsmann’s departure. Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Klopp has agreed to a long-term contract, while negotiations for his exit from the Red Bull group are ongoing. This role will mark Klopp's first time managing a national team, having spent years in club football. Further sources indicate that Oliver Glasner was considered as a potential successor, but that option is no longer viable. Klopp's return could significantly impact the German squad heading into upcoming matches.

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•Jürgen Klopp is poised to become Germany's national team manager.
•Klopp is finalizing his exit from the Red Bull group.
•The contract with Germany is expected to be long-term.
•Oliver Glasner was considered but is no longer an option.
•This will be Klopp's first experience managing a national team.

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Fabrizio Romano drops the big announcement that could see Klopp return to the dugout, this time to take charge of the German national team.Following Nagelsmann’s departure from Germany, all signs po...
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