Jurgen Klopp hints at interest in Germany coaching role after World Cup exit
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Jurgen Klopp has not ruled out the possibility of becoming Germany's next manager following their surprising exit from the FIFA World Cup at the hands of Paraguay. Germany was eliminated in the Round of 32 after a penalty shootout, raising questions about the future of current manager Julian Nagelsmann. Klopp, who has been serving as an analyst during the tournament, acknowledged the speculation about his candidacy but emphasized his current commitment to another job. Nagelsmann, in response to the defeat, expressed his determination to stay with the team unless the German Football Association decides otherwise.
- •Germany eliminated by Paraguay in Round of 32 after penalty shootout.
- •Klopp does not dismiss speculation about taking the national team job.
- •Nagelsmann states he wants to continue as manager amid uncertainty.
- •Klopp previously apologized to Nagelsmann for a comment regarding team selection.
- •Germany's poor performance will lead to serious discussions about their coaching staff.
- 2:01 PMCBS Sports — Germany pursues Jurgen Klopp to replace Julian Nagelsmann after disastrous World Cup crash out
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann reportedly resigns opening door for Jurgen Klopp
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Jurgen Klopp refuses to rule out Germany job after World Cup exit prompts Julian Nagelsmann uncertainty
"Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has stopped short of ruling out becoming Germany's next manager after Julian Nagelsmann's side suffered a stunning FIFA World Cup exit to Paraguay
"Following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after a disappointing World Cup exit, the German FA is targeting the former Liverpool boss for a sensational return to the dugout
"Germany crashed out of the World Cup earlier this week following a shock loss to Paraguay on penalties
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External links- CBS SportsJul 3, 2026, 2:01 PMGermany pursues Jurgen Klopp to replace Julian Nagelsmann after disastrous World Cup crash out
Following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after a disappointing World Cup exit, the German FA is targeting the former Liverpool boss for a sensational return to the dugout
- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 10:05 AMGermany coach Julian Nagelsmann reportedly resigns opening door for Jurgen Klopp
Germany crashed out of the World Cup earlier this week following a shock loss to Paraguay on penalties
- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 9:09 PMJurgen Klopp refuses to rule out Germany job after World Cup exit prompts Julian Nagelsmann uncertainty
Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has stopped short of ruling out becoming Germany's next manager after Julian Nagelsmann's side suffered a stunning FIFA World Cup exit to Paraguay
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