Klopp favored to replace Nagelsmann as Germany head coach after World Cup exit
Sky Sports Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:10 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Jurgen Klopp has become the frontrunner to take over as Germany's head coach if Julian Nagelsmann is dismissed following the team's early exit from the World Cup. Germany lost in a penalty shootout against Paraguay in the last-32 stage of the tournament. The speculation around Klopp's potential appointment coincides with controversy surrounding comments made by Virgil van Dijk regarding the Netherlands' defeat to Morocco. Meanwhile, discussions are ongoing about the futures of various players amid transfer rumors as clubs prepare for the next season. With the World Cup concluded, focus shifts to coaching and transfer decisions across European football.
- •Klopp is the favorite to succeed Nagelsmann as Germany's head coach.
- •Germany lost to Paraguay in the World Cup on penalties.
- •Van Dijk's comments about the Netherlands' exit sparked controversy.
- •PSG values winger Barcola at over £116m amid transfer interest.
- •Liverpool seeks replacements for Mo Salah as summer approaches.
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