The former Liverpool boss has already been approached by the Germany Football Union after the country's third disastrous World Cup in a row ersulted in Julian Nagelsmann's resignation.
Will Jurgen Klopp take the Germany job?
The German football landscape has been thrown into upheaval following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation as national team head coach, with the German Football Association (DFB) now setting its sights on a blockbuster appointment: Jurgen Klopp.
Nagelsmann, 38, officially requested to be relieved of his duties on Thursday after discussions with DFB officials in the wake of Germany's humiliating round-of-32 exit at the 2026 World Cup, losing on penalties to Paraguay.
The DFB confirmed his departure in a statement, with president Bernd Neuendorf saying: "The German Football Association expressly thanks Julian Nagelsmann for his work since September 2023. He is characterized by a high level of commitment and extraordinary ambition."
In a farewell statement, Nagelsmann explained his decision: "I've done a lot of thinking in the days since our elimination and have consulted with trusted individuals both personally and within the federation. The decision was anything but easy for me. My top priority has always been the team's success."
He added: "After such a bitter disappointment, they deserve the chance for a fresh start. I feel deeply sorry that we disappointed you and couldn't give you more football nights at this World Cup. You deserved much more!"
Nagelsmann departs after 37 matches in charge, with 23 wins, six draws, and eight defeats. Germany have now not won a World Cup knockout game since lifting the trophy in 2014, continuing a painful streak for the four-time champions.
Klopp the Clear Frontrunner
The DFB has wasted no time in identifying Nagelsmann's successor, publicly announcing they "will now seek talks with Jurgen Klopp". In a statement confirming their intention, the DFB added: "He has already signaled his general willingness to take on the position."
Red Bull Complication
Klopp, 59, has been serving as Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer since January 2025, stepping away from the dugout after nearly a decade at Liverpool. A potential hurdle exists in negotiations with Red Bull, where Klopp is under contract until 2029.
However, his deal reportedly has a break clause if the Germany job comes up and Ben Jacobs reports that he has already agreed to take the role.
When quizzed on the Germany speculation after the Paraguay defeat, Klopp acknowledged: "I understand that when people talk about the national coach, my name is mentioned. But it's not the right moment to talk about it, especially not with me."
In January 2026, he had said: "I don't expect to change my mind, but I don't know. Do I want to coach again? At the moment, I would say no, but I can't say 'never, never, never'."
