Roger Schmidt appointed Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 10:16 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Roger Schmidt has been named the Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull, succeeding Jürgen Klopp. Red Bull announced that Schmidt, who previously coached RB Salzburg and held various roles in Europe and Asia, will start his new position on October 1. Schmidt aims to enhance the development of young talent while overseeing Red Bull's global football operations, which include clubs like RB Leipzig and New York Red Bulls. Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO of Red Bull Corporate Projects, expressed confidence in Schmidt's experience and understanding of the company's philosophy.
- •Schmidt takes over after Klopp's appointment as Germany's national team coach.
- •He has previously managed top clubs like Bayer Leverkusen and Benfica.
- •Schmidt signed a long-term contract with Red Bull.
- •He will collaborate with Florian Schulz on commercial and strategic initiatives.
- •Red Bull's clubs include RB Leipzig, New York Red Bulls, and Red Bull Bragantino.
- 10:16 AMYahoo Sports — Official: Roger Schmidt set to replace Jürgen Klopp as Red Bull Head of Global Football
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Schmidt succeeds Klopp as Red Bull Head of Global Soccer
"Coach Roger Schmidt has been appointed Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull in succession of Jürgen Klopp, who was appointed German national team coach a week ago. The Austrian soft drinks makers Red Bull said that Schmidt has signed a long-term contract and will start on October 1.
"Former SC Paderborn and Bayer Leverkusen coach Roger Schmidt will be Jürgen Klopp’s replacement as Red Bull Head of Global Football. The 59-year-old will depart his position as global sports direct...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 10:16 AMOfficial: Roger Schmidt set to replace Jürgen Klopp as Red Bull Head of Global Football
Former SC Paderborn and Bayer Leverkusen coach Roger Schmidt will be Jürgen Klopp’s replacement as Red Bull Head of Global Football. The 59-year-old will depart his position as global sports direct...
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 10:03 AMSchmidt succeeds Klopp as Red Bull Head of Global Soccer
Coach Roger Schmidt has been appointed Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull in succession of Jürgen Klopp, who was appointed German national team coach a week ago. The Austrian soft drinks makers Red Bull said that Schmidt has signed a long-term contract and will start on October 1.
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