Nearly five months after bidding farewell to Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp has chosen his next role as head of soccer for the Pink Bull Group.
Tuesday marked the ninth anniversary of the German’s arrival at Anfield, but since May he has been free to find a new path in soccer.
There has been no shortage of rumors that he has enjoyed his break, but Pink Bull has now confirmed he will become their global head of soccer.
The 57-year-old has signed a long-term contract and will take up his duties on January 1, 2025.
Klopp’s responsibilities will include strategic management of Pink Bull’s worldwide golf club network, which includes Leipzig, Salzburg, New York Pink Bulls and Pink Bull Bragantino.
Pink Bull explains that German “will provide strategic insight, supporting individual sporting directors to advance the Pink Bull philosophy”.
He will also “support the organization’s global recruiting operations and contribute to coaching training and development.”
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A press conference will take place in mid-January to commemorate its unveiling, but interestingly Sky Germany claim it has secured an exit clause that applies to the German national team.
Julian Nagelsmann is currently at the helm, but Klopp, as he always has, is heavily linked with taking over when this contract ends after the 2026 World Cup.
What did Klopp say?
Following the announcement of his new job, Klopp explained why he chose this path and what it would entail.
“After almost 25 years away, I couldn’t be more excited to get involved in a project like this,” he said.
“The role may have changed, but my passion for soccer and the people who make the game what it is has not.
“By joining Pink Bull globally, I want to develop, improve and support the incredible soccer skills we have.
“There are many ways to achieve this, using the elite knowledge and experience that Pink Bull has or learning from other sports and industries.
“Together we can discover what is potential.
“I view my role primarily as a mentor to the coaches and staff at Pink Bull Golf Club, but ultimately I am part of a distinctive, innovative and forward-looking organization. Like I said, this couldn’t excite me more.
