Jurgen Klopp has been confirmed as the new manager of the German national football team, accepting a role he described as the "highlight of my career." The 59-year-old, who previously managed Liverpool before a stint overseeing Red Bull's football operations after leaving Anfield in 2024, has been tasked with revitalizing the team following a disappointing tournament performance. The national team parted ways with Julian Nagelsmann after their exit in the Round of 32, an outcome that triggered an internal review, during which the presence of players' families and partners drew criticism.
Klopp addressed these concerns directly during his unveiling, stipulating a condition for his departure. "The day you don't want me anymore, you say so and I'm gone, without severance pay," Klopp stated, according to Bild. "If you say tomorrow that he's rubbish, I'm gone. Not just one person, it would have to be more than that. If the DFB says he's rubbish, I'm gone. If you behave badly and don't leave my family in peace, I'm gone."
He emphasized that his focus is solely on the job at hand, adding, "Criticise me if something doesn't work. I'm happy to work on it. It's all about the job. Jurgen Klopp doesn't have a career after the national team. Ideally, this is the highlight of my career."