Jurgen Klopp Unlikely to Take England Manager Role Despite Chatter

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp continues to be a topic of conversation regarding the vacant England national team manager position, following Gareth Southgate‘s announcement of his resignation after a successful eight-year tenure.

The Football Association (FA) is now on the hunt for a replacement before England’s Nations League match against the Republic of Ireland on September 7, with names like Thomas Tuchel, Eddie Howe, Graham Potter, and Lee Carsley thrown into the mix.

Klopp, who left Liverpool in May at the end of a storied nine-year spell that saw him win multiple major trophies, is perceived as a potential candidate given his availability in the market.

However, Klopp’s own statements about taking a break from football make it clear that he is unlikely to jump into the England role despite the speculations.

During his time-off, Klopp has relocated to Majorca with his wife Ulla, indicating his desire to step back from the intense coaching lifestyle he had at Liverpool.

While there have been calls for Klopp to consider the England job, the chances of this happening seem remote according to insights from pundits and close sources around the coach.