Football NewsBundesligaUnverified source· 22 Jul 2026
Götze hails Klopp's man-management as Germany job looms
Mario Götze credits Jürgen Klopp's people skills as the ex-Liverpool boss nears the Germany job.
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Context
Klopp in talks to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach
Source
The Athletic
What happened. Mario Götze praised Jürgen Klopp's man-management in an interview, calling it key to his success as Klopp edges closer to becoming Germany head coach.
- Götze and Klopp won back-to-back Bundesliga titles and DFB Cup at Dortmund.
- Götze said Klopp manages players and expectations perfectly.
- Götze revealed he nearly joined Klopp at Liverpool but chose Champions League football.
“What he understands, and what most coaches may not, is how to manage people.”
— Mario Götze
Klopp's return to management could be confirmed soon as Germany's next head coach.
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