German FA Confirms Nagelsmann Departure, Begins Talks with Klopp

The German Football Association (DFB) has officially announced the termination of Julian Nagelsmann's contract as head coach of the national team. This follows Nagelsmann's request yesterday to be relieved of his duties after the team's disappointing performance at the World Cup. His two assistants, Benjamin Glück and Benjamin Hübner, will also depart.

Concurrently, the DFB confirmed that they will initiate discussions with Jürgen Klopp, who has already signaled his readiness to take on the role.

"The representatives of the shareholders and the supervisory board of the German Football Association today unanimously decided, upon the proposal of President Bernd Neuendorf, to immediately terminate the contractual relationship with national team coach Julian Nagelsmann.

Nagelsmann had already requested to be released from his duties the previous day in a confidential meeting with the association's leadership, following the disappointing results at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This request has now been granted.

Regarding the appointment of a new coach, the leadership of the German Football Association will now seek discussions with Jürgen Klopp. He has already indicated his general willingness to take on the position," read the official statement from the federation.

President Bernd Neuendorf added: "The German Football Association explicitly thanks Julian Nagelsmann for his work since September 2023. He is characterized by a high level of commitment and exceptional ambition. Nagelsmann is also an extremely responsible and sincere person, whom we all value."

Julian Nagelsmann also addressed his decision in an official statement:

"I thought a lot in the days following our elimination and consulted with trusted individuals, both personally and within the federation. The decision was not easy for me. My main priority has always been the success of the team. After such a bitter disappointment, the team deserves a chance for a fresh start. I want to thank my coaching staff, the team, and everyone in the federation who supported us, especially the players with whom I had the privilege to work. Special thanks also to the fans. You lifted us, you believed in us, you gave us energy, even in difficult times. It truly pains me that we disappointed you and couldn't give you more memorable football nights at this World Cup. You deserved so much more!"