Overview

• Klopp told The Athletic he does not miss management and currently has no plans to return to the dugout, answering “Not. At. All.” when asked if he misses coaching.
• He described his Global Head of Soccer role at Red Bull as flexible and strategic, with involvement in key decisions across the network, including input on RB Leipzig’s hiring of Ole Werner.
• Offering an external view on Liverpool under Arne Slot, Klopp said the team’s very offensive approach could carry a risk of being exposed tactically.
• He reiterated long-standing concerns about player welfare, arguing the sport must stop adding new summer competitions to reduce injuries and workload.
• Acknowledging criticism in Germany of his association with Red Bull’s football model, Klopp said he expected that response and maintains he is working for the right reasons.