Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has dismissed speculation linking him to the England job, stating that it would be “the biggest loss of face in the history of football” if he were to take on the role. Klopp left Liverpool at the end of last season after nine successful years with the club, during which he delivered numerous trophies, including the Premier League and Champions League titles. Speaking at the International Coaches’ Congress in Germany, Klopp revealed that he currently has no offers on the table from any club or country.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe, who has also been linked with the England job, denied having any contact with the Football Association. Howe stated that he is fully committed to Newcastle and has not been approached about the national team position. The FA is currently searching for a new manager following Gareth Southgate’s departure after England’s defeat in the Euro 2024 final against Spain.
Several names have been mentioned as potential candidates for the England job, including Lee Carsley, the current manager of the England Under-21s, as well as former Chelsea and Brighton boss Graham Potter and Thomas Tuchel, who recently managed Bayern Munich.
While Klopp ruled out an immediate return to coaching, he did not completely discount the possibility in the future. He expressed a desire to continue working in football and using his experience and contacts to help others. Klopp’s replacement at Liverpool is Feyenoord manager Arne Slot.
The England men’s football team’s first match after Southgate’s departure will be against the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League on September 7th. As the search for a new manager continues, speculation and rumors surrounding potential candidates will likely persist until a decision is made.