Germany have moved quickly to move on after their painful 2026 World Cup campaign.
Just days after their Round of 32 exit against Paraguay and Julian Nagelsmann’s resignation, the German Football Association is understood to have reached an agreement with Jurgen Klopp to become the new head coach of the national team.
The DFB had made Klopp their leading target from the start of the search, seeing him as the strongest candidate to give the side direction again to a team that has kept falling short in recent major tournaments.
That former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager is still expected to finalise a few details with the Red Bull group, but reports in Germany indicate that the main terms of the agreement are already in place.
Klopp has long been linked with the Germany job and has previously spoken about the possibility of leading his country one day. a job many always felt would come for one of the most respected coaches in modern football.
At 59, Klopp now takes on a demanding job.
Germany remain one of football’s heavyweights, but recent tournament performances have left questions about the team’s structure, mentality and planning.
His immediate task will be to rebuild confidence in the squad and reconnect the national team with supporters who have grown frustrated by repeated disappointments on the big stage.
Klopp is expected to bring a recognisable identity back to the team. His work at Dortmund and Liverpool showed his ability to build competitive sides with strong character, intensity and unity.
Germany will hope he brings the same edge to the national team as preparations begin for UEFA EURO 2028.
For Klopp, the job offers a chance to shape a new generation of German talent and lead his country into a major tournament with fresh ambition.
After a painful World Cup exit, Germany needed a statement.
In Klopp, they may finally have made one for the national team a fresh start.
