MADRID: Jurgen Klopp has reportedly reached an agreement with Real Madrid to become their new manager.
Klopp left Liverpool at the end of the 2024-25 season citing fatigue after eight seasons at Anfield, where he won five major trophies including the Champions League and the Premier League.
He previously insisted that he would not manage another club in England after retiring and stated that he would most likely not return to coach any team.
Now, Klopp holds the position of Global Head of Red Bull Football and still insists that he is happy with his life outside the world of coaching.
The 58-year-old has been frequently linked with a move to Real Madrid since Xabi Alonso was sacked in January and replaced by Alvaro Arbeloa, who has yet to fully convince as manager.
Speaking to Peter Crouch on the former Liverpool striker’s latest podcast, Klopp once again reiterated his stance when asked about the possibility of retirement.
“No, no, no. I think I have to say not yet because I still have time – since I heard Roy Hodgson is back.
“Right now, nothing. I love what I do. I’m a busy person, and that’s good because I’m not good at doing nothing.
“I can enjoy time with my family, free time, holidays, but still work. At the moment, I don’t miss anything (about being a manager),” said Klopp.
However, according to Spanish journalist Angel Torquemada, there was an “agreement” between Klopp and Anas Laghrari, a close advisor to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, to bring Klopp to the club.
After insisting that his source was very reliable, Torquemada said: “The agreement already had certain foundations, including the conditions and demands requested by the German coach. It involved the inclusion of two quality defenders, two quality midfielders, as well as Erling Haaland.”
Reports from Spain also suggest Klopp wants to be given the same level of power as he enjoyed at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool.
“He greatly admires Real Madrid, but if he is not allowed to work with complete freedom, he would rather choose another project,” the report said.