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Jürgen Klopp, who stepped down as head coach, has returned as president.

09.10.2024 16:10

After announcing that he would step down from coaching following his career at Liverpool, Jürgen Klopp made a surprising move. The German coach has become the "Global Football President" of the Red Bull football group. Although Klopp stated that he would leave coaching, it is noteworthy that he included a clause in his contract allowing him to leave if he receives an offer from the German National Team, starting his new role on January 1, 2025.

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After a 9-year adventure with Liverpool, Jürgen Klopp returns with a completely different role, ending his coaching career.

BECAME PRESIDENT OF RED BULL

After a short break from football, Klopp's new role has been revealed. The German football figure has become the "Global Football President" of the Red Bull football group. Starting from January 1, 2025, Klopp will manage all processes of the teams owned by Red Bull, including Leipzig, Salzburg, New York, and others. The main topics he will advise on include the selection of head coaches, playing style, and player transfers. He will begin his new role in January 2025.

Teams of the Red Bull football group;

Red Bull Leipzig (Germany)

New York Red Bulls (USA)

Red Bull Bragantino (Brazil)

Red Bull Brasil

Red Bull Salzburg (Austria)

Leeds United (England - Shareholder)

Jürgen Klopp, who left coaching, returns as president

THERE IS A SPECIAL CLAUSE IN HIS CONTRACT

In a statement from the Red Bull football group, it was announced that Jürgen Klopp has been appointed as the "Global Football President." There is a special clause in Klopp's contract that allows him to leave his position if an offer comes from the German National Football Team.

"THIS EXCITES ME A LOT"

After signing, Klopp stated, "After nearly 25 years on the sidelines, I am very excited to be part of such a project. My role may have changed, but my passion for football and the people who have made this game what it is has not changed. By joining Red Bull on a global level, I want to develop, improve, and support the incredible football talents we have. There are many ways we can do this by utilizing the exceptional knowledge and experience that Red Bull possesses, learning from other sports and sectors. Together, we can discover what is possible. I primarily see my role as a mentor for the coaches and management of Red Bull clubs, but ultimately, I am part of a unique, innovative, and forward-looking organization. As I said, this excites me a lot," he expressed.

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