Jürgen Klopp has hinted that he hasn’t completely ruled out a future return to Liverpool in some capacity.
The German coach stepped down at the end of the 2023/24 season after nearly nine years at the helm, citing exhaustion and insisting he had no short-term plans to take another job in club or international management.
True to his word, Klopp has stayed away from the dugout, instead accepting a new role as Red Bull’s global head of football rather than managing another team.
His successor, Arne Slot, led Liverpool to the Premier League title last season and to the Carabao Cup final, but this campaign has proven far more difficult. Despite spending around £400 million on new signings — including a record £125 million move for Alexander Isak — the team has struggled, losing four straight matches in all competitions, capped by a 2-1 home defeat to Manchester United.
Slot isn’t believed to be under immediate pressure, but questions could arise if the poor form continues.
Speaking on The Diary of a CEO podcast with Steven Bartlett (recorded before the United loss), Klopp admitted that a future Liverpool return could happen “theoretically” if the club ever approached him — though he was quick to play down any imminent comeback.
“I said I would never coach another English team,” Klopp explained. “So if it’s Liverpool, then yes — theoretically. I don’t know what it would take for that to happen. I love what I’m doing right now.”
He added that while he doesn’t miss the daily grind of management — long training sessions, press conferences, or dealing with injuries — he does miss the people and camaraderie.
“Sometimes I miss the moments — chatting with the players, hearing them laugh. I can still hear Virgil’s laugh in my head. But as for coaching itself, no, I don’t miss it right now. I’m still close to the game in a different way, and that’s enough for me at the moment.”
