Jurgen Klopp ready to take Germany job if Julian Nagelsmann is dismissed

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly ready to take charge of the German national team if Julian Nagelsmann leaves, per journalist Patrick Berger.

Nagelsmann is under scrutiny after Germany crashed out of the 2026 World Cup following their loss to Paraguay on penalties yesterday.

Die Mannschaft went a goal down after Julio Enciso’s header, but Kai Havertz brought the Germans back on level terms.

The Arsenal forward then missed his penalty alongside Nick Woltemade and Jonathan Tah after extra time, ending another miserable tournament for Germany.

The uproar in the German media has been justified. Nagelsmann, the players and even the chancellor were not spared by Bild’s editor-in-chief Marion Horn, who called for their resignation. 

The German Football Association is considering dismissing Nagelsmann, but has not yet made a decision. There will be more in-depth analysis into the situation. 

Nagelsmann wants to continue leading his nation and has rejected the idea of resigning, as he recently signed a new deal. 

Klopp, who is currently a director in Red Bull’s football operations, is open to taking the job, marking a return to the dugout following his 2024 Anfield exit.

The 59-year-old would be welcomed with open arms if he joined the national team set-up, after leaving Germany following very successful spells at Mainz 05 and Borussia Dortmund. 

The Stuttgart-born manager looks best-placed to revive the sleeping giants following some atrocious performances at international tournaments. 

Klopp is the positive reset German football is crying out for, but it remains to be seen if he’d accept the job after rejecting Real Madrid and other clubs.