Klopp back to football are rumours: Real Madrid is closed though for certainty
Agent dismisses Real Madrid speculation
Fresh rumours about Jurgen Klopp’s future have surfaced in Spain, sparking debate about whether the former Liverpool manager could return to the dugout. However, according to Goal.com, the speculation has quickly been rejected by Klopp’s representatives.
Reports had suggested that Real Madrid were considering Klopp as a possible future manager as the club evaluates long term options on the bench. Atletico Madrid were also mentioned in connection with the German coach.
Klopp’s agent, Marc Kosicke, dismissed the claims and said there had been no contact regarding a move to La Liga.
“There is no need to answer questions about matters that are just rumours. Nobody has contacted us at this time,” Kosicke said.
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He also stressed that reports linking Klopp with the Real Madrid job are unfounded and that the German remains satisfied in his current role within the Red Bull football organisation.
Atletico Madrid also linked with Klopp
According to Goal.com, Atletico Madrid have also been mentioned in Spanish reports as a club monitoring Klopp’s situation in case of future managerial changes.
Diego Simeone remains under contract with Atletico Madrid until 2027, but speculation in Spain has suggested the club hierarchy could eventually explore alternative options on the touchline.
Despite the rumours, there is no indication that Atletico Madrid have opened discussions with Klopp or his representatives.
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Red Bull leadership rejects exit rumours
Red Bull chief executive Oliver Mintzlaff has also responded to the speculation, strongly denying suggestions that Klopp could soon leave his current role.
“This is complete nonsense and completely plucked out of thin air. On the contrary, we are extremely satisfied with the work Jurgen Klopp is doing.
"He invests a great deal of time and effort, he is in constant communication with our coaches and sporting directors, and continues to develop our Red Bull football philosophy in a sustainable way. We are convinced that he is the right man for this job. That is where we are putting all our focus and energy."
Klopp currently serves as Global Head of Soccer within the Red Bull football network, where he works with clubs and sporting directors across the organisation.
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Klopp enjoying new chapter after Liverpool
Klopp himself has previously indicated that he is comfortable stepping away from the pressures of elite club management.
“I love what I do right now. I don’t miss coaching, I don’t. I do coach now but just different, not players, and I don’t miss it,” Klopp said earlier.
Speaking to The Athletic, Klopp also explained why he accepted the opportunity to work within the Red Bull structure.
“I know that I can work as a coach but that doesn’t mean I have to be coach for the rest of my life. I want to do something different.
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“Red Bull gave me an opportunity after a lot of coordination between us. Right now I feel completely satisfied with this job and I don’t want to be anywhere else.”
Sources: Goal.com
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