Jurgen Klopp appointed new Germany coach

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been named the head coach of Germany national team.

The nation’s national federation (DFB) announced Klopp’s appointment on Friday.

His appointment was widely expected for weeks and his contract will see him through to the 2030 World Cup co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

The 59-year-old spoke publicly of his desire to take on the role after predecessor Julian Nagelsmann’s resignation earlier in July.

Nagelsmann fell on his sword after a disappointing last-32 defeat at the hands of Paraguay, Germany’s third consecutive early World Cup exit since winning the tournament in 2014.

DFB President Bernd Neuendorf said Klopp’s contract would start on August 15 and run until summer 2030.

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Since 2025, Klopp has been under contract with Austrian energy drink maker Red Bull as “Head of Global Soccer”, where he oversees the football clubs affiliated with the company such as RB Leipzig, Red Bull Salzburg, and the New York Red Bulls.

Having also tasted success as manager of Mainz and Borussia Dortmund, Klopp stepped down as Liverpool coach in 2024 after a wildly successful spell, winning all available trophies.

Under Klopp, Liverpool won the Premier League to break a 30-year drought and lifted the Champions League trophy for the sixth time.