Jurgen Klopp’s name continues to be linked with the German national team, with Rudi Voller, Germany’s sporting director, hinting that the Liverpool legend could be an option if Julian Nagelsmann steps down. Klopp, who left Liverpool after the 2023-24 season, has been adamant about taking a break from football, but his name remains in the conversation for future managerial roles.
Voller on Klopp’s Coaching Future
Speaking to ZDF’s Aktuelle Sportstudio, Voller acknowledged that Jurgen Klopp is already on his mind as a potential successor if Nagelsmann decides to move on. “If Julian Nagelsmann were to decide at some point that he would rather coach a top club again – then of course there is no way around Jurgen Klopp. If he wants to,” Voller said. Klopp has been enjoying time away from football since parting ways with Liverpool and previously expressed no immediate desire to return to coaching.
Klopp’s Stance on a Coaching Return
Jurgen Klopp has remained firm in his decision to stay away from the dugout for the time being. In a previous interview, Klopp stated that he has “zero, zero, zero” interest in returning to football anytime soon. Voller further explained that his last contact with Klopp was “a while ago” and noted that Klopp’s career has been “incredible.” Whether or not Klopp will reconsider his break from football remains unknown, but Voller’s admiration for the former Borussia Dortmund manager is clear.
Nagelsmann’s Future with Germany
For now, the DFB (German Football Association) is fully focused on Julian Nagelsmann. Voller emphasized that Nagelsmann will have every opportunity to decide his own future with the national team. “He will decide for himself whether he wants to be national coach beyond the World Cup,” Voller said. The German national team is in a period of rebuilding, and whoever takes the reins after Nagelsmann will inherit a well-structured and functional squad. European nations, including Germany, will begin their qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup in March 2025.
The Next Chapter for Germany’s National Team
While Jurgen Klopp is currently enjoying a break from football, his name continues to circulate as a possible future manager of the German national team. Rudi Voller has made it clear that Klopp would be a top candidate if Nagelsmann chooses to step down. However, with Nagelsmann still at the helm, Germany will focus on the upcoming World Cup and building a successful future, regardless of who leads the team next.
Summary
Voller mentions Klopp as a potential option if Nagelsmann steps down.
Klopp currently has “zero” interest in returning to coaching.
Nagelsmann will decide his future with Germany after the 2024 World Cup.