Overview

• Spanish media have speculated that Jürgen Klopp is a candidate to succeed Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid following their Champions League exit.
• Klopp’s agent, Marc Kosicke, reiterated that Klopp is very happy in his strategic leadership role at Red Bull and is not considering a return to coaching.
• RB Leipzig interim coach Zsolt Löw emphasized Klopp’s satisfaction and dedication to his position, stating that his journey at Red Bull has just begun.
• Klopp himself has a contract with Red Bull through 2029 and has publicly ruled out a coaching comeback as recently as March 2025.
• Real Madrid is reportedly also considering Bayer Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso as a potential successor to Ancelotti, whose future at the club remains uncertain.