Jurgen Klopp
Former Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp, has been appointed global head of soccer at Red Bull.
The 57-year-old German will begin the role on January 1, 2025.
“A few months ago I said I don’t see myself on the sidelines any more, and that is still the case,” Klopp said on Instagram.
“But I still love football, I still love working, and Red Bull gives me the perfect platform for that.”
Energy drinks brand Red Bull owns RB Leipzig in Germany’s Bundesliga, Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg and Major League Soccer side New York Red Bulls, as well as Brazilian side Red Bull Bragantino.
It also took a minority stake in Championship side Leeds and became the club’s front-of-shirt sponsor earlier this year.
Red Bull says Klopp will not be involved in day-to-day operations but will advise teams on playing philosophy, transfer strategy and coaching development.
“I want to share the experiences I have collected over the years,” said Klopp.