Jurgen Klopp announced his decision to step away from coaching at the International Coaches’ Congress in Wurzburg, Germany, on Wednesday, dotting a final and emphatic period to his 24-year managerial career.
Earlier this summer, Klopp was a top candidate for the United States men’s national soccer team’s coaching vacancy following Gregg Berhalter’s sacking after Copa America, but he reportedly turned down the opportunity. He was also tabbed as a potential successor to Gareth Southgate after Southgate resigned as England's manager in the wake of the team's second consecutive runner-up finish in the European Championship.
