A widely recognized secret has now been confirmed: the German Football Association (DFB) has officially ended Julian Nagelsmann‘s contract in light of the unsatisfactory performance at the 2026 World Cup.
This unanimous decision made by the Supervisory Board signals the beginning of a new chapter for the German national team, which is now pursuing comprehensive restructuring across all areas.
DFB president Bernd Neuendorf and sporting director Rudi Völler expressed their gratitude to Nagelsmann for his significant contributions since 2023. In his farewell remarks, Nagelsmann acknowledged that the team deserves a new beginning, free from the weight of past challenges.
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Alongside Nagelsmann, his dedicated assistants, Benjamin Glück and Benjamin Hübner, will also depart from the federation, which has conveyed its heartfelt appreciation for their commitment.
Negotiations with Klopp Underway
The board’s sights are now set on the future, with a particular focus on one highly coveted candidate. The DFB is preparing to initiate formal discussions with Jürgen Klopp, aiming to offer him the managerial position. The former Liverpool and Dortmund manager has indicated a strong willingness to embrace this significant role.
Additionally, the fallout from the World Cup turmoil has led to further changes within the organization. During a recent members’ meeting, sporting director Andreas Rettig announced he will not be renewing his contract, which is set to expire at the year’s end, for personal reasons. Rettig had already communicated this decision to the DFB president prior to the World Cup’s start.
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