The German Football Federation (DFB) says it is close to reaching an agreement with former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp to become head coach of the Germany men’s national team. Multiple reports state that Klopp has reached an “understanding” with the DFB regarding the role. However, the DFB still needs to secure approval from Klopp’s current employer, Red Bull Group, before a final appointment can be completed. The sources agree that the remaining step is related to obtaining authorization from the company that oversees Klopp’s current coaching position, rather than further negotiations with the DFB itself. While the DFB characterizes the talks as near completion, it does not present final confirmation as completed, citing the employer sign-off requirement. The reports collectively frame the situation as a transition process that is largely agreed in principle, pending the formal permissions needed for Klopp to take up the Germany coaching job.