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Klopp’s New Chapter with Red Bull and Reflections on Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp’s first extended reflections since leaving Liverpool have offered insight into his new life with Red Bull, his vision for the future of football, and why he has no desire to return to the dugout. In a wide-ranging interview originally conducted by Adam Crafton, the former Liverpool manager spoke with trademark candour about the challenges of stepping away and the opportunities that now lie ahead.

Klopp on life beyond Liverpool

Klopp admits that adjusting to life outside of club management has been a profound experience, but one he has embraced wholeheartedly. “I don’t wake up in the morning and miss the adrenaline of matchday,” he said. “That was my life for many years, but this is a different time, and it feels right.”

The German left Liverpool after nearly a decade of success, lifting the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and more during his reign. Now, working with Red Bull in an advisory role, he is focused on fostering innovation, particularly in how the sport prepares for an uncertain future.

“Football is always changing,” Klopp noted. “The biggest risk is that we stop adapting. I want to help the game stay open, exciting, and fair for everyone.”

Red Bull project and global vision

At Red Bull, Klopp is expected to bring his strategic insight across the company’s football network, which includes RB Leipzig, RB Salzburg and clubs in Brazil and the United States. His role is not about managing from the touchline but shaping long-term projects — something he feels fits perfectly with his stage of life.

He explained: “This is about ideas, not about transfers or line-ups. I want to see football keep its heart while also preparing for the future.”

That future, he argues, faces pressing challenges. Fixture congestion, the rise of state-backed clubs, and the demands on players are all subjects he discussed with an urgency that shows his passion remains intact, even without a weekly presence in the Premier League.

Fears for football’s future

Despite the positivity about his new role, Klopp did not shy away from raising concerns about the game’s direction. He has long spoken out about the demands on players, and his views remain unchanged.

“If we push players further and further, we will break them,” he warned. “Supporters want intensity, but they also want their heroes to be there season after season. We need to protect that.”

His words underline the delicate balance football faces: maintaining its global appeal while ensuring sustainability. For Liverpool supporters, there is reassurance in hearing his continued commitment to the game’s wellbeing, even after his departure from Anfield.

Legacy at Liverpool and beyond

Klopp’s bond with Liverpool remains unshakable. His tenure will be remembered not only for silverware but for restoring belief to a fanbase and city that had waited decades for a league title. Now, with Arne Slot at the helm, Liverpool begin a new chapter while their former manager steps into one of the sport’s most influential off-field positions.

The synergy between Klopp and Red Bull feels like a natural evolution rather than a departure. He has swapped the touchline for the boardroom, but his influence on football’s future may prove just as significant.