Jurgen Klopp has officially been appointed Germany head coach on a contract until 2030.
Germany have officially appointed Jurgen Klopp as their new head coach, with the German Football Association confirming that the former Liverpool manager has signed a contract that will keep him in charge until 2030.
Klopp’s appointment follows Germany’s disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they were eliminated by Paraguay on penalties in the Round of 32. The defeat marked the end of Julian Nagelsmann’s tenure, with the federation quickly moving to appoint their preferred successor.
Although Klopp stepped away from coaching after leaving Liverpool, he has remained active in football over the past two years. During his break from management, he served as Global Head of Soccer for the Red Bull football group, overseeing the company’s clubs and football operations.
The 58-year-old now returns to the touchline for the first time since departing Anfield, but this will also be his first experience as a national team manager after successful spells with Mainz, Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool.
🚨💣 Jürgen Klopp addressing the German public during his introductory press conference as the new Bundestrainer:
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Speaking after his appointment, Klopp described the role as a unique honour. He said the German national team has the ability to unite the country like few other things and expressed his excitement about building a team that supporters can proudly rally behind.
Klopp also thanked Red Bull for supporting his return to coaching, stating that the organisation’s openness made the agreement possible. He added that Germany’s future would be built with humility, patience and a strong collective spirit.
German Football Association president Bernd Neuendorf described Klopp as the federation’s dream appointment. He revealed that discussions with the former Liverpool boss convinced officials they had found the ideal candidate to lead the national team into a new era.
Klopp’s coaching staff will include long-time assistant Peter Krawietz, former Liverpool coach Pep Lijnders and ex-Germany international Sven Bender. Together, they will aim to restore Germany among world football’s elite after a difficult decade that has seen the four-time world champions fail to replicate the success of their 2014 World Cup triumph.
