Jürgen Klopp

Football Manager

German Stuttgart, West Germany

Quick Info

ProfessionFootball Manager
NationalityGerman
Date of Birth16/06/1967
Age59 years
BirthplaceStuttgart, West Germany

Latest News about Jürgen Klopp

11/07/2026

Jürgen Klopp has reached an agreement in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team, replacing Julian Nagelsmann who resigned after Germany's early World Cup exit. The 59-year-old former Liverpool manager met with German Football Association (DFB) officials in New York and agreed on key points of a potential four-year contract extending until 2030, covering both the 2028 European Championship and the 2030 World Cup.

04/07/2026

Klopp announced he is engaged in discussions to become Germany's head coach, stating he has 'recharged' his energy after departing Liverpool. He emerged as the favored choice following Nagelsmann's resignation just four days after Germany's penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the World Cup round of 32, marking their first shootout loss in the tournament's history.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryJürgen Norbert Klopp is a German football manager known for his passionate approach, tactical ingenuity, and charismatic leadership. He transformed Borussia Dortmund from obscurity to back-to-back Bundesliga titles and a Champions League final appearance, and subsequently brought Liverpool FC back to prominence in English and European football. After retiring from management in July 2024, he joined Red Bull as Head of Global Football in January 2025, and in July 2026 agreed in principle to become the head coach of the Germany men's national team.

Personal Life

PersonalityCharismatic, passionate, witty, loved by players for his passion and management skills, adored by fans for his charm and exciting football

Career

Playing Career
StartLower leagues in Germany, hometown Glatten
PositionsForward, later transitioned to defender
AppearancesOver 300 appearances
Managerial Career
  • Club: Mainz 05 Start Year: 2001 Role: Head Coach
  • Club: Borussia Dortmund Achievements: Bundesliga titles 2010-11 and 2011-12, DFB-Pokal 2012, UEFA Champions League final 2012-13 End Year: 2015 Note: Longest-serving manager at the club
  • Club: Liverpool FC Start Year: 2015 Achievements: Premier League title 2020
  • Club: Liverpool FC Start Year: 2015 End Year: 2024 Achievements: Premier League title 2020, UEFA Champions League 2019, FIFA Club World Cup 2019, FA Cup 2022, League Cup 2022 and 2024, UEFA Super Cup 2019
  • Club: Red Bull Start Year: 2025 Role: Head of Global Football Note: Four-year contract starting 1 January 2025
  • Club: Germany National Team Start Year: 2026 Role: Head Coach Note: Agreed in principle to replace Julian Nagelsmann; contract expected to run until 2030

Style Quotient

Football PhilosophyTactical ingenuity, passionate approach, exciting attacking football

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Began his football journey in the small town of Glatten
2. Known as 'The Normal One' in reference to his humble, down-to-earth personality
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