Jurgen Klopp
January 2026
Klopp will return to the Anfield dugout for a Liverpool vs Dortmund legends charity match, serving as Dalglish’s assistant; Gerrard will captain Liverpool. The game is staged during the international break with proceeds supporting LFC Foundation and Forever Reds activities; Klopp is also an honorary ambassador for the foundation.
Jurgen Klopp
January 2026
Klopp dismissed links to the Real Madrid vacancy, saying Alonso’s exit did not trigger any desire to coach again and he is settled in his global advisory role. Klopp described the role as advisory with decision power, focused on listening, stabilising situations, and supporting club leaders across the Red Bull network; Leipzig staff cited his influence in recruitment, including helping persuade Bakayoko to join.
Jurgen Klopp
January 2026
Klopp said he was genuinely surprised by Madrid’s decision and rejected any suggestion he is a candidate to replace Alonso. He framed the sacking as proof of extreme expectations and short time horizons at Madrid, saying the situation did not trigger any desire to return to management.
Jurgen Klopp
December 2025
With Liverpool in crisis and Slot under pressure, debate has reignited over a possible Klopp comeback, fuelled by his recent admission he could “theoretically” coach Liverpool again despite previously walking away exhausted after nearly nine years in charge at Anfield. Now Global Head of Soccer at Red Bull, Klopp says he will never coach another English club, effectively leaving the door ajar for Liverpool only. Emile Heskey notes fans still feel attached to him but questions how often returning managers can truly repeat past success.
Jurgen Klopp
November 2025
Arne Slot’s position at Liverpool has come under fierce scrutiny after nine defeats in 12 matches, prompting prominent journalist Michael Reif to suggest that former boss Jurgen Klopp could realistically return if results do not improve and the Anfield hierarchy decide a change is unavoidable. Reif argues Klopp holds enormous emotional capital with supporters, describing Liverpool as “burned to the ground” and warning that Slot must stop the slide. With Klopp rested in his Red Bull role, Reif believes the club would be negligent not to explore a reunion.
Jurgen Klopp
November 2025
Bayern president Uli Hoeness has claimed Jurgen Klopp will not stay long in his executive role at Red Bull, insisting the former Liverpool boss is built for the dugout as speculation grows about future vacancies at Europe’s biggest clubs. Klopp has spent almost a year as Global Head of Soccer, overseeing Red Bull’s multi club network and long term football strategy, yet Hoeness recalled Bayern’s past interest in hiring him and argued that his personality, energy and instincts still belong on the touchline.
Tyler Morton
September 2025
Tyler Morton credited Jurgen Klopp for believing in him and giving him key opportunities at Liverpool, including Champions League games. After struggling for minutes under Arne Slot, Morton left for Lyon this summer in a €10 million transfer. Morton praised Klopp’s trust and developmental guidance, while acknowledging Slot’s honesty in admitting he wasn’t part of his plans. Though disappointed by limited chances, he respected Slot’s transparency and insisted he remains grateful to both managers for their influence on his career.
Jurgen Klopp (Former Liverpool manager, now Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull)
April 2025, following links to Real Madrid and Brazil roles
Klopp’s agent Marc Kosicke confirmed he’s “very happy” in his new Red Bull position, dismissing rumours of a coaching return.
Despite speculation linking Klopp to Real Madrid or Brazil amid Ancelotti’s uncertain future, the German is focused on leading Red Bull’s football strategy and searching for a new Leipzig coach.
Jürgen Klopp (Liverpool), Xabi Alonso (Bayer Leverkusen), Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
Potential transition by June 2025 (Club World Cup)
Real Madrid are accelerating plans to replace Ancelotti, with Klopp reportedly ready to take charge. Brazil are also pushing to appoint Ancelotti following Madrid’s UCL exit. Xabi Alonso remains a candidate, but would cost Madrid €10m to release from Leverkusen.
Madrid may part ways with Ancelotti before season’s end; Klopp is seen as a strong successor, while Brazil awaits Ancelotti’s availability.
Jurgen Klopp (RB Leipzig)
April 2025
RB Leipzig have confirmed that Jurgen Klopp will not return to management to replace Marco Rose, despite speculation.
Klopp, now serving as Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull, had influence in Rose’s dismissal but is “1000 per cent” committed to staying out of the dugout after leaving Liverpool in summer 2024.