Klopp reaches 'understanding' to take over as Germany coach
- DFB President Bernd Neuendorf and DFB Vice-President Hans-Joachim Watzke met Jurgen Klopp in New York on Friday, reaching an understanding on key contract elements for his appointment as Germany manager replacing Julian Nagelsmann.
- Following Germany's disappointing exit from the World Cup after a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay, the DFB moved quickly to secure Klopp to replace Julian Nagelsmann, who departed after the defeat.
- Currently serving as Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer for 19 months, the 59-year-old admitted he is "more recharged than ever" and expects Red Bull CEO Oliver Mintzlaff will not obstruct his transition.
- Final negotiations between the DFB and Red Bull are planned for next week in New York, with both sides confident the contract can be concluded successfully subject to Red Bull's agreement.
- Having delivered major success at Liverpool, Klopp possesses the experience to reignite the national team; the manager spent nine years at the Premier League club, winning the Champions League and Premier League title.
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Jürgen Klopp and the German Football Association (DFB) have reached an agreement on Julian Nagelsmann's successor. Now, the preferred candidate's employer still needs to be convinced. Red Bull boss Mintzlaff will meet first with the DFB next week, then with Klopp. Source link: https://www.welt.de/sport/fussball/article6a53da828eaf4a27fe1e4619/klopp-zum-dfb-treffen-dienstag-und-freitag-nun-steht-auch-der-zeitplan-mit-red-bull.html Author: Publish…
The former Liverpool coach plans to leave retirement to command the German selection bench.
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Jürgen Klopp poised to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach
Germany’s pursuit of Jürgen Klopp has moved beyond initial interest, but the appointment is not complete. The German football federation says agreement has been reached on the essential points of a potential contract, placing Klopp in a strong position to succeed Julian Nagelsmann as national coach. The development gives the DFB an immediate sense of direction after a disappointing World Cup campaign. Germany exited in the round of 32 following …
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