Jurgen Klopp received a warm and emotional farewell from Liverpool fans at Anfield during his final appearance as the club’s manager. While speculation has been swirling around his possible return to management, particularly with Real Madrid, those closest to him insist he is fully settled in his new position.
Now serving as Global Head of Soccer for Red Bull, Klopp oversees a range of clubs including RB Leipzig in Germany, the New York Red Bulls in the United States, and Bragantino in Brazil. Since taking up the role in January, the 57-year-old has embraced his responsibilities away from the spotlight of matchday sidelines.
Real Madrid’s recent exit from the Champions League at the hands of Arsenal has triggered reports that head coach Carlo Ancelotti might step down at the end of the season. This has fueled rumors that Klopp could be in line to take over the prestigious job at the Bernabeu. However, his agent Marc Kosicke was quick to put those claims to rest.
Speaking to Sky Deutschland, Kosicke confirmed that Klopp is genuinely enjoying his new role and has no interest in returning to club management at this point. He made it clear that the German football icon is focused on building a lasting impact in his new executive role across the Red Bull football empire.
RB Leipzig coach Zsolt Low also weighed in on the rumors, expressing his doubts about any potential move to Madrid. He said Klopp is content and thriving in his current position. Low praised Klopp’s leadership qualities, highlighting his ability to unify large groups within an organization. According to him, Klopp brings immense value not just with his experience, but also with his character, energy, and integrity.
Klopp’s track record as a manager includes long-term, transformative stints at Mainz, Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool. In each of those clubs, he chose to step down on his own terms, a rare pattern in the often-turbulent world of football management. Low emphasized this, pointing out that Klopp always gives his all, and when it’s time to leave, he does so respectfully and without drama.
While Real Madrid fans might be hoping for a high-profile appointment, Klopp appears to be steering clear of coaching duties for now. Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, himself a former Madrid midfielder, is believed to be a top contender for the job. When asked about the possibility, Alonso kept his cards close to his chest, simply stating that it wasn’t the right time to discuss his future.
Despite the buzz, all signs suggest that Jurgen Klopp is not preparing for a comeback to the dugout. Instead, he’s diving into his new adventure, shaping the future of Red Bull’s global football ambitions — and doing so on his terms.
