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Former Liverpool Manager, Jurgen Klopp Gets New Job At RB Leipzig

Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has taken on a new role as Head of Football Operations at Red Bull, overseeing its football clubs in Leipzig, Salzburg, and New York, the company announced on Wednesday.

“After nearly 25 years on the sidelines, I couldn’t be more excited to be involved in a project like this,” said Klopp, who left Liverpool at the end of last season after nine years in charge.

Liverpool’s German manager Jurgen Klopp reacts to their victory on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on January 31, 2019. – Liverpool won the game 2-1. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or ‘live’ services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /

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The 57-year-old will start his tenure on January 1, 2025.

According to a statement released by the Austrian energy drinks brand on Wednesday, “Klopp will not interfere in the day-to-day business of the clubs, but rather take on a higher-level strategic position.”

“I couldn’t be more excited,” Klopp said, adding “I see my role primarily as a mentor for the coaches and management of the Red Bull clubs.”

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Sky Germany reports that Klopp’s contract includes an exit clause that allows him to take over as manager of the German national side if he is approached.

The former Borussia Dortmund head coach rejuvenated Liverpool, winning the Premier League and Champions League during his tenure at Anfield.

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