The German previously spoke about his future in relation to the Real Madrid job.
Manager Jurgen Klopp has previously spoken about his stance on returning to management. (Image: Ronnie Hartman, AFP, via Getty Images)
Manager Jurgen Klopp has indicated he is in no rush to return to football management despite rumors of a link with the Real Madrid position. The Spanish giants are looking for a permanent manager following the departure of Xabi Alonso last week.
Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed interim manager. His debut was a nightmare, as the team was eliminated in the last 16 of the Copa del Rey by second-division side Albacete.
The team managed to bounce back with a win against Levante in La Liga on Saturday afternoon. A spot-kick from Kylian Mbappé and a second-half goal from Raul Asensio secured a 2-0 victory.
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According to reports, Real Madrid are looking for a new manager and Klopp has emerged as a potential candidate. It is claimed that the German player would seriously consider the role if given the chance.
The former Liverpool manager is currently head of football at Red Bull Group, a role he has held for just over 12 months. Still, speculation about his return to the dugout continues.
Speaking to The Athletic in September, he hinted at the possibility of returning to management. But when asked about the rumors in a new interview with the same outlet, he laughed and looked a mixture of amusement and annoyance.
“I know I can coach a football team, but that doesn’t mean I have to coach until my last day,” he said.
Jurgen Klopp is currently the Red Bull Group’s head of football. (Image: Alex Grimm, Getty Images)
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“I wanted to do something different. Red Bull gave me the opportunity to find step by step the role that we have defined together. As a human being, I am in a place where I feel completely at ease where I am. I would not want to be anywhere else.”
“I got to know a lot of people I didn’t know before. I went to a lot of business meetings and learned words I didn’t know before.
“It was a good time. I gained five years of experience in one year.”
With Liverpool facing some difficulties in defending their Premier League crown this season, speculation has emerged over a possible return to Anfield to replace current manager Arne Slott.
Klopp devoted nearly a decade to the Merseyside club, securing both Premier League and Champions League glory. His trophy haul also includes winning the FA Cup and two League Cups.
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