Director of Germany's national football team Rudi Voeller and newly appointed national head coach Jurgen Klopp pose for pictures after his unveiling.
Jurgen Klopp has been named head coach of Germany, with the former Liverpool manager tasked with rebuilding the struggling European giants, the German Football Association (DFB) announced on Friday.
Klopp's appointment was widely expected for weeks and his contract will run through to the 2030 World Cup co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, as well as the three centenary matches planned for South America.
The 59-year-old spoke publicly of his desire to take on the role following predecessor Julian Nagelsmann's resignation earlier in July.
Nagelsmann departed after a disappointing last-32 defeat on penalties to Paraguay — Germany's third consecutive early World Cup exit since lifting the trophy in 2014. As the DFB's primary candidate, Klopp's willingness to step into the role accelerated Nagelsmann's departure.
