The Mainz ultras have expressed their dissatisfaction with the signing of their former coach Jürgen Klopp to Red Bull.
The arrival of Jürgen Klopp in the Red Bull group is seen as a betrayal by many German supporters, many of whom are resistant to the sirens of football business. Starting with those of the club where the German coach’s career began. Saturday October 19, on the occasion of the 7th day of the Bundesliga, the ultras of Mainz 05 took advantage of the arrival of RB Leipzig (owned by the energy drink brand) to deploy banners in the stands for the attention of their former coach.
“Everything we let you become, have you forgotten?” they posted on the main banner. “I love people until they disappoint me,” read another. A message which is in fact a repeat of comments which had been made by Jürgen Klopp.
Strategic Advisor for Red Bull Clubs
Jürgen Klopp, who has often taken a stand against the financial abuses of football, has been appointed director of football activities at Red Bull. He will take office on January 1, 2025.
Without a club since his departure from Liverpool last summer, the 57-year-old German technician will be responsible for advising the Austrian group on the “strategic” vision to adopt for its football clubs. “Above all, I see my role as an advisor to the coaches and management of Red Bull clubs,” he declared, as the brand prepares to become a minority shareholder in Paris FC, soon to be controlled by the family. Arnault.
This summer, Jürgen Klopp ruled out coaching again in the near future. According to local media, his contract with Red Bull, however, contains a departure clause if he has the opportunity to become Germany coach.
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