Jurgen Klopp confirms Magenta TV punditry role for 2026 World Cup
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has agreed to join German broadcaster Magenta TV as a pundit for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, continuing his transition away from the dugout.
The 57-year-old will serve as an analyst during the tournament, adding to a growing portfolio of roles he has accepted since departing Anfield in May 2024.
He recently took up a position as Head of Global Football for the Red Bull Group and serves as an expert adviser to the German Football League.
Rumours had recently circulated suggesting the Champions League-winning coach could be heading to Real Madrid in a managerial capacity.
Shutting down managerial rumours
However, the German emphatically dismissed any suggestions of an imminent return to coaching in the Spanish capital.
“If Real Madrid had phoned, we would have heard about it by now,” he explained at a Magenta TV presentation event.
“But that’s all nonsense. They haven’t called even once, not once.”
The former Borussia Dortmund boss also insisted that his representatives have not been contacted by the reigning European champions.
An emotional Anfield return
News of his upcoming television commitments follows a highly anticipated return to Merseyside last weekend.
He acted as assistant manager for a Liverpool Legends side that played out an entertaining 2-2 draw against Dortmund in a charity fixture.
The beloved tactician continues to act as an official ambassador for the LFC Foundation, maintaining his strong ties to the English club.
“Enjoyed every second. My role was definitely not to have a lot of words,” he remarked following the match.
“I was here for the Foundation and to be part of a really special experience.”
He has previously stated that if he ever returned to club management, he would never take charge of another Premier League side out of respect for Liverpool.
