Klopp offers more than a famous name. His work at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool was built on intensity, collective belief and the development of strong team identities - qualities Germany will want after a period of uncertainty.
A national-team coach has far less time with players than a club manager, but Klopp’s greatest strength may be his ability to create an emotional connection quickly. Germany would be betting that his energy can transfer from the training ground to the international stage.
He would also bring experience of rebuilding elite teams, rather than simply managing established success.
The outstanding issue appears to be Klopp’s role as Red Bull’s head of global football. The report says he has spent the past 18 months overseeing the company’s network of clubs, making consent from the organisation a key part of the process.
The update says the federation announced agreement on “essential key points” on 11 July, but Red Bull’s approval remained unresolved. That leaves the appointment expected rather than certain.
For Klopp, the challenge would be balancing a strategic role in modern football with the demands of leading one national team.
If confirmed, Klopp would inherit a squad needing direction and a clear footballing identity. His first task would not simply be selecting a team; it would be restoring confidence and making Germany feel competitive against the strongest sides again.
Friday’s expected announcement is therefore more than a coaching change. It could mark the beginning of Klopp’s next great project - and Germany’s most ambitious reset in years.