Jürgen Klopp named Germany head coach until 2030 World Cup

Jürgen Klopp has been officially appointed as the head coach of the German national football team, signing a contract that runs until the conclusion of the 2030 World Cup. The announcement, made on July 24, 2026, comes after Julian Nagelsmann resigned following Germany's early elimination in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, where they lost to Paraguay on penalties. Source: El Caribe, ABC

The appointment

Klopp, 59, was presented by DFB president Bernd Neuendorf, who stated that he was "our ideal solution from the beginning" Source: El Caribe. The former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager will be assisted by Peter Krawietz, Pep Lijnders, and Sven Bender, while Per Mertesacker takes over as sporting director. Source: La Republica Klopp had been working as Red Bull's global head of soccer before accepting the role. Source: Excelsior

Germany's recent struggles

Germany, four-time world champions, have suffered three consecutive disappointing World Cup campaigns: group-stage exits in 2018 and 2022, and the round of 16 elimination in 2026. Source: Clarin Klopp is tasked with restoring the team's former glory, with many seeing him as the ideal figure to lead the rebuild.

Klopp's message

During his presentation, Klopp delivered a characteristically direct message. He warned the media: "If you go after my family, I'll leave. If you think I'm rubbish, tell me to my face and I'll go immediately, without compensation." Source: Clarin He also said, "This is the highlight of my career, my life. I will give everything I have." Source: Excelsior Klopp emphasized he was taking the job for the country, not for personal ambition. Source: ABC