The German Football Association (DFB) has reached a historic and unexpected agreement with Red Bull, allowing Jurgen Klopp to take over as the new manager of the Germany national team without the DFB paying any financial compensation for his contract termination.
This swift move follows Julian Nagelsmann’s resignation from coaching “Die Mannschaft” after a shocking and premature exit from the 2026 World Cup in the Round of 32 against Paraguay. The DFB immediately turned its attention to Klopp, who expressed his approval and readiness to return to management through his homeland.
Key Terms of Klopp’s Contract and Coaching Staff
According to the famous German newspaper “Bild,” the DFB initially agreed with Klopp on all the specific details. The contract terms include:
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Contract Duration: A long-term 4-year contract to lead the German football project.
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Managerial Freedom: Total freedom for Klopp to choose his preferred assistant coaches.
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Confirmed Coaching Staff: The trusted duo of Pep Lijnders and Peter Krawietz are officially confirmed to join Klopp’s new technical staff.
How Red Bull Allowed Klopp to Leave for Free
In a major surprise, the DFB will not be forced to compensate Red Bull for terminating Klopp’s contract. The three parties agreed on a smart marketing solution: Klopp will continue with the energy drink company in a different role as a global ambassador.
For Red Bull, this new promotional role and Klopp’s visibility while leading Germany is a perfect choice, offering far better marketing value than any financial figure the DFB could pay.
Klopp’s Expected Salary with Germany
Jurgen Klopp is set to earn a higher salary with Germany than his predecessor Nagelsmann, who was receiving €7 million. While the exact figure has not been officially announced, it is highly anticipated that it will exceed the €10 million annual mark, making him one of the highest-paid national team managers in the world.
Final Steps to Sign the Contract in New York
To finalize the agreement, DFB President Bernd Neuendorf and Bundesliga Association President Hans-Joachim Watzke will fly to New York City within the next few hours to officially conclude the deal and sign the contracts, launching the highly anticipated Klopp era with Germany.
