Nagelsmann resigns as Germany coach after World Cup exit; Klopp mentioned as possible successor
Julian Nagelsmann stepped down as head coach of the Germany national team following the country's round‑of‑32 knockout by Paraguay, with Jurgen Klopp reported to be open to taking the job.
Julian Nagelsmann resigned as head coach of the Germany national football team after the side was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup in the round of 32 by Paraguay. Reports indicate that Jurgen Klopp is open to taking over as Germany head coach.
The match that eliminated Germany ended 1‑1 and was decided by a penalty shootout, according to the Times of India. Germany had finished top of Group E on goal difference over Ivory Coast, as reported by Sky Sports.
Nagelsmann was appointed head coach of Germany in September 2023, according to Sky Sports. Klopp is currently head of global soccer for the Red Bull Group, and his contract includes a special exit clause that would allow him to assume the Germany job, also reported by Sky Sports.
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