The German Football Federation announced on Saturday that it had moved close to securing Jurgen Klopp as the nation's next coach. The 59-year-old and the DFB still need to obtain clearance from Red Bull, his present employer, before finalising the deal.
DFB president Bernd Neuendorf and vice-president Hans-Joachim Watzke met with Klopp in New York on Friday to discuss the role. According to a federation statement, the talks proved constructive and both sides reached agreement on key contract terms.
"Discussions will continue next week," the DFB said in its release. "Both parties are confident that the negotiations – subject to an agreement with Klopp's current employer, Red Bull – can ultimately be brought to a successful conclusion."
Klopp has been the federation's top choice to replace Julian Nagelsmann, who stepped down after Germany's World Cup exit in the round of 32. The team lost on penalties to Paraguay.
The German coach built his reputation through successful stints at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, making him one of football's most respected tacticians. He departed Liverpool in 2024 and joined Red Bull as head of global football, overseeing clubs across Austria, Germany, Brazil, the United States and Japan.
Last weekend, Klopp indicated he felt refreshed after his time away from the game. Germany has struggled since winning the World Cup in Brazil 12 years ago, suffering two straight group-stage eliminations before this summer's disappointing campaign in North America.
