Jurgen Klopp has eye on two manager roles with Red Bull chief already 'worn out'
Jurgen Klopp has only been in his role as head of global soccer at Red Bull for three months but is already said to be growing tired of life at the energy drinks giant
Just three months into his tenure as the head of global football at Red Bull, Jurgen Klopp is reportedly feeling 'worn out'. The former Liverpool manager, who is currently on a break from pitch-side duties, is believed to be intrigued by two managerial opportunities.
Klopp bid farewell to his role as Liverpool's manager last season after an incredibly successful nine-year stint that saw him clinch the Premier League, Champions League and several domestic cup victories.
He then embarked on a new journey with Red Bull, advising their multi-club group on strategic and personnel decisions, including player and coach recruitment and dismissals.
However, despite only officially joining the multi-billion-pound beverage company in January, there are whispers of Klopp growing restless. UOL reports that the 57-year-old is becoming 'increasingly worn out', and his discontent has become a 'recurring theme in the corridors' of the organisation.
The report further suggests that those close to the German have been informed that he would only leave Red Bull for Real Madrid or Brazil. These two potential destinations are interconnected, as current Real boss Carlo Ancelotti is on the Brazilian FA's shortlist to replace the recently-dismissed Dorival Junior.
So, if Ancelotti were to take the reins elsewhere, this would leave a gaping hole at Madrid — a void Klopp might just be the top candidate to fill. While there's no word yet from the Brazilian FA about courting Klopp for their national team, it's also uncertain if Los Blancos have made overtures.
Should any club or international squad wish to woo Klopp from his Red Bull sanctuary, they'd better have significant funds available. The ex-Mainz and Borussia Dortmund gaffer earns a hefty £12million annually, which breaks down to over £230,000 a week.
Liverpool supporters harboured concerns that the team could face a daunting decline post-Klopp era. However, new gaffer Arne Slot has stepped up spectacularly, putting Liverpool on track to snatch the Premier League crown in his debut season at the helm.
The Dutchman revealed he's been touching base with his predecessor throughout this season, always able to lean on the German maestro for sage counsel. "There's always something to learn from history or from recent years, but it's a different competitor this time, it's a different team we have," Slot said.
"We [Jurgen and I] haven't spoken about [managing a title race]. He mostly gives me compliments after a game. I can talk to Jurgen, I've experienced it."
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