Final negotiations between Germany and Red Bull are expected to take place next week as manager Jurgen Klopp approaches the Germany manager’s job.
The former Liverpool manager’s much-anticipated return to the dugout has made significant progress, with high-level meetings currently taking place in the United States to secure his appointment.
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Florian Plettenberg latest information on Jurgen Klopp vs Germany
According to Sky Germany correspondent Florian Plettenberg, the wheels are firmly in motion across the Atlantic.
“It has become clear that initial negotiations between Jurgen Klopp, Marc Kosicke and the DFB, represented by Bernd Neuendorf and Hans-Joachim Watzke, are currently underway in New York,” Plettenberg told X.
“Final negotiations between the DFB and Red Bull are scheduled between Watzke and Oliver Mintzlaff in New York early next week.”
The reporter added that everything is currently going according to plan and an official announcement will be made once the final documents are signed.
Klopp is expected to be given a long-term contract until 2030, although some administrative details still remain.
Klopp is the perfect person to revitalize Germany
Following Germany’s disappointing exit from the 2026 World Cup and the departure of manager Julian Nagelsmann, the DFB moved quickly to sign Klopp.
Klopp represents the ultimate coup for a national team that has struggled for identity and consistency in recent major tournaments.
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The 59-year-old, who has been Red Bull’s head of global football for the past 18 months, recently admitted he is “more recharged than ever” and ready to meet the demands of international management.
His proven track record of rebuilding elite teams with his trademark ferocious football and immense charisma make him the perfect figurehead to restore faith in the national club.
The German manager, who enjoyed great success with Liverpool, has the experience and pedigree to rekindle the confidence of his national team and potentially place them back among football’s elite.
