Jurgen Klopp confirms talks for new job as former Liverpool boss says 'he's ready'

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SportFootballJurgen KloppJurgen Klopp looks set to take his next job in football management two years after leaving LiverpoolFormer Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he has begun talks to become the new manager of the Germany national team. Germany are looking for a new boss following the departure of Julian Nagelsmann’s, whose exit was confirmed after the country’s exit from the World Cup.Nagelsmann had guided Germany to the round of 32 at the World Cup, before losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout and missing out on the chance to face France in the last-16.Klopp has been tentatively linked with a return to management ever since his departure from Liverpool in 2024, where he has since been working as the head of global football for Red Bull.The 59-year-old has now confirmed that the German Football Association (DFB) have already opened talks with him about being the country’s new manager, although explained why the move is not finalised just yet."Yes, I can confirm the talks,” Klopp said on Magenta TV, where he is currently working as a pundit for the 2026 World Cup.“Things moved along quite quickly.

I've said many times how much I enjoy this job. But I've also made it clear that I'm interested in talks with the DFB.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!

Learn moreSky has upgraded its Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundle to now include HBO Max, Netflix, Disney+, discovery+ and Hayu, as well as 135 channels and full Sky coverage of the Premier League and EFL.Sky broadcasts more than 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more with at least 215 live from the top flight alongside Formula 1, darts and golf."I'm more than ready now, so I'm prepared,” Klopp said.The DFB had already confirmed earlier this week that they had expressed an interest in naming Klopp as the new Germany manager."Regarding the appointment of a new coach, the DFB leadership will now seek talks with Jurgen Klopp," part of a statement read, which also confirmed Nagelsmann’s departure. "He [Klopp] has already signalled his general willingness to take on the position."Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCJurgen Klopp