Per Mertesacker set to become new DFB managing director for sport
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Per Mertesacker will sign a contract with the DFB today to become the new managing director for sport. He is expected to succeed Andreas Rettig and start his role in January 2027, with his contract running through the 2030 World Cup. Concurrently, Jürgen Klopp is also being presented as the new national team coach. This change at the DFB comes during a transitional period for the organization as they seek to reshape their leadership.
- •Mertesacker expected to sign with DFB today.
- •New role effective January 2027.
- •Contract extends through the 2030 World Cup.
- •Jürgen Klopp will be introduced as the national team coach today.
- •Mertesacker replaces Andreas Rettig.
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Reports: deal done! 2014 World Cup winner to become new DFB chief
"Things are happening at the DFB today! Because apparently not only will the new national team coach Jürgen Klopp be presented today, but a new managing director for sport is also set to sign. Accordi...
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