German sports agent Marc Kosicke dismissed rumors of links to Real Madrid for Jurgen Klopp, stating his client is happy with his role as Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer
01:10, 06 Jun 2026
Jurgen Klopp reacts during a presentation
Jurgen Klopp's team ahas shut down rumors of potentially managing Real Madrid
After two straight seasons without a La Liga title despite having the world’s most expensive squad, Real Madrid presidential challenger Enrique Riquelme promised a major overhaul. He wants to bring in top players, managers, and talent to avoid another year of disappointment.
Riquelme has made it clear to Real Madrid fans that he is ready to spend big to sign top players like Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and wants to bring in Jurgen Klopp as manager.
The ex-Liverpool coach's agent was one of the first voices of authority to shut the rumors down completely, with Klopp showing no interest in leaving his current job as Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull. Meanwhile, Real Madrid chief Florentino Perez promised a mystery $174M transfer bid for a “total Galactico” if he wins the election
Manchester City threatened legal action after Riquelme promised to sign Haaland and held up a Real Madrid shirt with Haaland’s name during an interview.
Riquelme named Klopp as his top choice for manager, even though Jose Mourinho has agreed to return for a second spell on a multi-year deal. That agreement depends on Florentino Perez being re-elected as president.
Klopp's agent, Marc Kosicke put all rumors to bed about the 58-year-old returning to managing after leaving Liverpool in 2024. "It’s annoying," he said, per Sky Sport Germany. "Jurgen Klopp is happy in his role at Red Bull and has no ambitions to work as a coach at a club."
Enrique Riquelme speaks to the media
Enrique Riquelme wants Klopp as his dream manager target for Real Madrid
Since leaving Liverpool in 2024, Klopp has been linked with top jobs in world football, even though he stepped away from daily coaching. He also turned down an offer to coach the German National Team.
Klopp is now Global Sports Director for Red Bull’s football clubs, a role he started on New Year’s Day. He oversees RB Leipzig, Red Bull Bragantino, New York Red Bulls, RB Omiya Ardija, Leeds United, and Paris FC.
Klopp’s contract with Red Bull runs until December 31, 2029. He is responsible for finding and developing talent, mentoring young players, and managing the international scouting network.
Jurgen Klopp speaks as the Red Bull Head of Global Soccer
Klopp has served as Red Bull's Head of Global Soccer since Jan 1
Klopp built one of the most successful coaching careers in modern football. He managed Liverpool from 2015 to June 2024 and led the team in 489 matches, averaging 2.07 points per game.
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Klopp won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, two EFL Cups, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and Community Shield with Liverpool. He previously led Borussia Dortmund to two Bundesliga titles and a DFB-Pokal in his seven years in Germany.
Klopp said he would not manage another English team after leaving Liverpool. The club recently let go of Arne Slot, who won the league during his first season, and hired former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola for the 2026-27 season.