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Klopp's Shock Move to Red Bull Sparks Controversy

Klopp's new role raises eyebrows. Fans question his move to the energy drink giant that owns several clubs worldwide.

In the image there are football players in the ground and behind the ground there is a huge crowd.
In the image there are football players in the ground and behind the ground there is a huge crowd.

Klopp misses 'nothing' - but leaves backdoor open - Klopp's Shock Move to Red Bull Sparks Controversy

Jürgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, has sparked controversy after accepting the role of Global Head of Soccer at Red Bull in January 2025. Fans have criticized the move due to Klopp's previous stance on traditional football values.

Klopp, known for his passionate advocacy of traditional football, has surprised many by joining the energy drink giant, which owns and influences several clubs worldwide, including RB Leipzig, New York Red Bulls, RB Bragantino, and RB Omiya Ardija. In his new role, Klopp aims to advise and support trainers and sports directors within the Red Bull clubs, rather than imposing his views as 'the football pope'.

The former trainer, who has expressed his enjoyment of the flexibility and freedom of his new position, has left the door open to a potential return to coaching in the future. However, he currently has no interest in any coaching news and understands the negative reactions to his move to Red Bull, accepting them as they are.

Jürgen Klopp's move to Red Bull has raised eyebrows among fans, but the former Liverpool manager is embracing his new role as a helper and advisor within the Red Bull clubs. While he has not ruled out a return to coaching in the future, Klopp is content in his current position and has no immediate plans to take up any coaching news.

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