Red Bull is reportedly allowing Jürgen Klopp to join the German national team (DFB) without conditions, according to a report by Bild. The move clears the path for Klopp to succeed Julian Nagelsmann as head coach, with a potential official presentation scheduled for this Friday in Frankfurt.
Red Bull Waives Contractual Conditions for Klopp
Jürgen Klopp, currently the Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull under a contract running through 2029, has reached an agreement to leave the organization to lead the German national team. According to Bild, Red Bull CEO Oliver Mintzlaff agreed to let the 59-year-old depart without imposing restrictive conditions or financial demands.
The decision follows a meeting between Klopp and Mintzlaff on Saturday, as reported by the Deutsche Presse-Agentur (dpa). Early discussions regarding a million euro buyout fee were reportedly dismissed. While there were previous suggestions that Red Bull might seek “creative solutions” or compensation for the loss of a top executive, those requirements have been dropped. A proposed ongoing representative role for Klopp at Red Bull was also discussed but viewed critically by DFB officials.
DFB Response and Timeline for Appointment
The German Football Association (DFB) has maintained a cautious public stance. A final decision will be made by the responsible committees.”
Despite the official silence, a concrete timeline has emerged. Reports from dpa and the broadcaster Sky indicate that if final details are settled, Klopp will be presented as the 13th head coach of the national team this coming Friday in Frankfurt. This appointment would see Klopp lead the squad through the 2030 World Cup cycle.
The momentum for this appointment grew following a meeting in New York on the preceding Saturday, where DFB President Bernd Neuendorf and Vice President Hans-Joachim Watzke met with Klopp. According to dpa, a principled agreement was reached during that meeting, pending the resolution of the Red Bull contract and specific sponsorship queries.
Current Status and Next Steps
Klopp remains active in his media commitments during this transition period. He is scheduled to appear as an expert for MagentaTV to analyze the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in East Rutherford. In recent appearances, Klopp has used these platforms to provide personal statements regarding his potential return to coaching with the national team.
The finalization of the deal now rests on the “responsible committees” within the DFB to formally approve the terms agreed upon in New York and Frankfurt.
The next confirmed checkpoint is the expected presentation in Frankfurt this Friday, pending the final sign-off from DFB leadership.
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