Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp appears to be ending his coaching hiatus sooner than expected, with Italian publication La Stampa reporting that the German tactician has agreed to become Roma's new head coach this summer.
The 57-year-old Klopp, who departed Liverpool in May 2024 after a trophy-laden tenure, has reportedly given his consent to take over the Italian capital club for the upcoming season. This development comes despite his recent appointment as a consultant for Red Bull, a role he officially began on January 1, 2025 after signing the agreement in October 2024.
Roma is currently under the guidance of veteran manager Claudio Ranieri, 73, who took the reins on an interim basis but is set to step down when the current campaign concludes. The legendary Italian recently reached the milestone of 500 matches managed in Serie A, adding another impressive chapter to his storied career.
According to Statbet analytics, Roma's fifth-place position in the Serie A standings with 66 points and one match remaining has them well-positioned for European competition next season.
The potential arrival of Klopp would mark a significant coup for Roma, who currently have Ukrainian forward Artem Dovbyk among their ranks. The German manager's pedigree and tactical acumen could potentially elevate the Giallorossi to new heights in both domestic and European competitions.
