Real Madrid eyes Klopp as Ancelotti’s successor
After stepping away from coaching, citing exhaustion, Jürgen Klopp appears to be reconsidering his future. Now serving as Red Bull’s football director, the German has reportedly expressed strong interest in taking over at Real Madrid next season.
Carlo Ancelotti’s position is increasingly fragile following Madrid’s Champions League exit against Arsenal.
The Italian, criticized for his uninspiring tactics and struggles to balance the squad, may not survive beyond this season.
Interim options like Raúl or Santiago Solari could bridge the gap until a permanent appointment.
While Xabi Alonso remains Madrid’s top choice, his €10 million release clause complicates matters. Klopp, however, has emerged as a serious alternative.
Sources claim he has privately signaled his enthusiasm for the role, despite previously ruling out a return to coaching.
His contract with Red Bull includes an exit clause, allowing him to leave freely if a club approaches him.
Klopp nearly joined Madrid in 2015 before they opted for Rafa Benítez. Now, with Alonso not guaranteed, the former Liverpool boss could finally land at the Bernabéu.
The coming weeks will reveal whether Madrid’s revolution begins with Klopp at the helm.
