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Jurgen Klopp is preparing to revamp Germany’s coaching setup by bringing in his trusted former Liverpool assistants Peter Krawietz and Pepijn Lijnders. Senior officials from the German Football Association (DFB) and representatives from Red Bull are set to meet to finalise the terms of Klopp’s appointment, with discussions centred around a special arrangement that would eliminate the need for a hefty compensation payment.

Klopp to overhaul Germany’s coaching structure

According to reports from Kicker, Germany’s coaching team is poised for a major reshuffle as Klopp gears up to succeed Julian Nagelsmann. Krawietz and Lijnders, who were key figures in Liverpool’s Premier League and Champions League triumphs under Klopp, are expected to join his new national team staff. Their arrival would see them replace outgoing assistants Benjamin Hubner, Benjamin Gluck, Alfred Schreuder, and Bram Geers.

Goalkeeping coach Andreas Kronenberg is likely to remain with the team, while Hannes Wolf, currently DFB’s director of youth development and a former Borussia Dortmund colleague of Klopp, could be given an expanded role within the senior setup.

Final negotiations to take place in New York

The process of appointing Klopp as Germany’s new head coach is entering its decisive phase, with meetings planned in the United States. DFB president Bernd Neuendorf and vice-president Hans-Joachim Watzke are scheduled to meet the incoming national coach in New York this weekend. These talks follow the DFB’s decision to retain Rudi Voller as sporting director, ensuring continuity and a strong link between the federation and the new management team.

Following the initial round of discussions, Red Bull executive Oliver Mintzlaff is also expected to travel to New York to discuss Klopp’s transition. Klopp currently holds the position of Head of Global Soccer for the Red Bull group under a contract valid until 2029. Although his contract does not contain a formal release clause, an “exit agreement” was reportedly established when he joined, allowing him the possibility to take up the national team role should it become available.

A mutually beneficial solution under consideration

Reports suggest that the DFB and Red Bull are exploring a unique arrangement that would permit Klopp to manage Germany without requiring the federation to pay any compensation. Under this proposed deal, Klopp would continue as a Red Bull brand ambassador while taking charge of the German national team. This structure would allow Red Bull to maintain its association with Klopp while enabling him to pursue his national coaching ambitions. The arrangement would also ease the financial strain on the DFB following the expenses related to Nagelsmann’s departure and Germany’s underwhelming World Cup performance.

Long-term vision for Germany’s future

If the talks in New York conclude positively, Klopp is expected to sign a contract extending through to the 2030 World Cup. This long-term commitment aligns with the DFB’s strategy to create a stable and enduring project around Klopp, as they aim to restore Germany’s reputation as a dominant force in world football.