Softfootball can confirm that Jürgen Klopp is finalising a four-year contract to become Germany’s new national team head coach, with the official signing expected to take place next week.
Klopp emerged as the only preferred candidate after Julian Nagelsmann departed following Germany’s disappointing early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The federation moved quickly to secure one of the country’s most accomplished managers, convinced he is the ideal figure to lead the national team into a new era.
Earlier reports indicated that Klopp had agreed to take charge of Germany, marking his return to frontline coaching after stepping away from club management and taking on an executive role within the Red Bull football group.
His new contract will run for four years and is expected to cover Germany’s participation in the 2027 UEFA Nations League, UEFA Euro 2028 and the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Klopp’s appointment is viewed as a major statement by the German FA, who hope his experience, leadership and attacking philosophy can restore the national team’s status among world football’s elite.
An official announcement is expected next week once the remaining contractual formalities have been completed, bringing an end to weeks of speculation surrounding one of the biggest managerial appointments in international football.
