Jurgen Klopp will not be stepping in as the new England manager, sticking to his plan of taking a year-long sabbatical after leaving Liverpool according to reports.
According to multiple sources, Klopp is remaining firm in his decision to take a break from football, despite speculation about him replacing Gareth Southgate in the Three Lions dugout.
Southgate resigned after England's defeat in the Euro 2024 final, leaving the Football Association (FA) to search for a new leader.
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Jurgen Klopp commits to year-long break
Klopp, who spent nine years at Liverpool before announcing his departure last summer, was seen as a popular choice among England fans and pundits. However, after such a long tenure at Anfield, it is understandable that he wants some time away from the pressures of management.
The FA is now reportedly looking at other high-profile candidates, including Manchester City's Pep Guardiola, as well as Eddie Howe and Graham Potter.
Southgate leaves with an impressive record, having guided England to two European Championship finals, a World Cup semifinal, and a World Cup quarter-final. The next manager will have a lot to live up to.
England's next match is against the Republic of Ireland on September 7 in the Nations League, and the FA hopes to have a new manager in place by then.
Meanwhile, for Jurgen Klopp, it looks like he will be out of the management role for at least a year and as of now, there is no confirmed date as to when he will return.
