Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he is in talks to become the next Germany coach after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following their World Cup last-32 exit to Paraguay, and says he expects Red Bull to support the move11:39, 04 Jul 2026Updated 11:39, 04 Jul 2026Jurgen Klopp has declared he doesn't anticipate Red Bull blocking his path to becoming Germany's next national coach, after confirming negotiations are in progress to succeed Julian Nagelsmann.‌Nagelsmann's Germany were dumped out of the World Cup on penalties by Paraguay on Monday evening at the last-32 stage.‌Nagelsmann, who had been at the helm since taking over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, promptly resigned from his post, sparking widespread speculation that former Liverpool manager Klopp would be the frontrunner to step in.‌The iconic ex-Reds boss, who currently serves as Red Bull's global head of soccer overseeing their worldwide network of clubs, has been present at the World Cup in an analytical capacity for German broadcaster Magenta. Speaking during Friday evening's programme, he revealed he does not foresee his current employers obstructing the national team's approach."Yes, I can confirm the talks," Klopp told Magenta. "Things moved pretty quickly. Julian stepped down. The DFB (German FA) are looking for a successor. And they're talking to me."What needs to happen now? Time. I'm under contract with Red Bull. I've said I'm interested in the talks. They will be intensive because this isn't only about Julian Nagelsmann.‌"I have an existing contract with Red Bull. I've said many times how much I enjoy this job. As a person, I usually honour contracts. But I've also made it clear that I'm interested in talks with the DFB."I also have to speak with (Red Bull CEO) Oliver Mintzlaff. He's my employer. We've already touched on a few things. I assume he won't stand in the way. I've been there for 19 months. It was an intense time."I'm ready. Once the talks begin, your mind starts racing. We have to change things fundamentally. There will have to be intensive discussions, because, of course, the problems we currently have cannot be pinned only on Julian Nagelsmann.‌"Julian is an exceptional coach, and he will be able to prove that time and again throughout his coaching career."After Die Mannschaft's premature departure from the World Cup, Nagelsmann issued a statement acknowledging it was a "bitter disappointment" to crash out at such an early stage of the expanded tournament, which is being held across Canada, the United States and Mexico.‌"The decision was anything but easy for me," Nagelsmann said. "My top priority has always been the success of the team."After such a bitter disappointment, it deserves the chance of a new beginning. I am sorry and hurt from the bottom of my heart that we disappointed you and couldn't give you any more football nights at this World Cup."Klopp's move would mark a return to coaching for the first time since he departed Liverpool following nine years at the helm in May 2024.Article continues belowThroughout his spell on Merseyside, the legendary German secured the Champions League, the Premier League, the FA Cup, two League Cups and a maiden Club World Cup in 2019.Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.