Klopp set to become Germany coach following Nagelsmann's resignation
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Jurgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to take over as the head coach of Germany's men's national team after Julian Nagelsmann's resignation. Klopp met with officials from the German Football Association (DFB) in New York, with more discussions planned next week. If finalized, this will be Klopp's first coaching role since leaving Liverpool in 2024. Germany's recent performance includes an early World Cup exit, further emphasizing the urgency for a successful appointment. Germany aims to recover from a string of disappointing results in major tournaments, seeking revival under Klopp's leadership.
- •Klopp met DFB officials in New York for discussions.
- •Agreement reached on key points of a potential contract.
- •Expectations of a four-year contract for Klopp.
- •Nagelsmann resigned after Germany's early World Cup exit.
- •Germany has struggled in recent major tournaments.
- 6:07 PMESPN Soccer — Klopp and Germany agree on 'key points' of deal
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
- 2:48 PMBBC Sport — Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
"Jürgen Klopp has reached an agreement on the "key points" of a deal to become the new Germany head coach, the German football federation has said.
"Jurgen Klopp agrees a deal in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team after the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann.
"Jurgen Klopp agrees a deal in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team after the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann.
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External links- ESPN SoccerJul 11, 2026, 6:07 PMKlopp and Germany agree on 'key points' of deal
Jürgen Klopp has reached an agreement on the "key points" of a deal to become the new Germany head coach, the German football federation has said.
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 2:48 PMKlopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
Jurgen Klopp agrees a deal in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team after the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann.
- BBC SportJul 11, 2026, 2:48 PMKlopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
Jurgen Klopp agrees a deal in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team after the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann.
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