Jürgen Klopp supports Rudi Völler’s continued role with DFB
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Jürgen Klopp has expressed his desire to work with Rudi Völler, who is likely to remain the DFB sporting director despite Germany's disappointing exit from the World Cup. Klopp has reportedly communicated with Völler and emphasized his wish for Völler to stay in his position. DFB vice-president Hans-Joachim Watzke has also voiced support for Völler, who is under contract until after the 2028 European Championship.
- •Germany exited the World Cup in the round of 32 against Paraguay.
- •Klopp is expected to replace Julian Nagelsmann as head coach.
- •Völler is under contract with DFB until after the 2028 European Championship.
- •DFB vice-president Watzke backs Völler to continue in his role.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Klopp makes his stance clear on Völler’s DFB future
"Despite Germany’s disappointing World Cup round of 32 exit against Paraguay, Rudi Völler looks set to remain in his role as DFB sporting director.Jürgen Klopp, who is widely expected to replace th...
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