SpotlightBundesligaUnverified source· 16 Aug 2026
Klopp starts new era as Germany head coach
Klopp officially begins his Germany tenure, sharing his first day at DFB headquarters.
J. Klopp
coach
Role
Germany national team head coach
Age
59
Start date
Late July
First day
Saturday
What happened. Jürgen Klopp completed his first official working day as Germany head coach on Saturday, taking over from Julian Nagelsmann.
- Klopp toured DFB headquarters in Frankfurt and shared photos on Instagram.
- He has not contacted players yet due to their travels.
- He has scheduled meetings with Bundesliga coaches.
“Today it officially begins… the anticipation and excitement couldn’t be greater!”
— Jürgen Klopp
Klopp is taking his new role step by step, with a warm welcome from staff.
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