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Klopp Links to Real and Atlético Rebuffed as Agent, Red Bull Dismiss Rumors

Official denials leave Spanish links to Real Madrid unsubstantiated.

Overview

  • Klopp’s representative Marc Kosicke says “nobody has contacted us,” calling the recent management rumors just speculation.
  • Red Bull executive Oliver Mintzlaff rejects talk of an exit as “complete nonsense,” stating the group is very satisfied with Klopp’s work as Global Head of Soccer.
  • Spanish TV show El Chiringuito claims Atlético Madrid held advanced talks to replace Diego Simeone, a report the agent dismisses as “stupid rumours.”
  • Separate reporting suggests Real Madrid view Klopp as a leading candidate, with some outlets portraying the Bernabéu as his preferred return, though no talks are confirmed.
  • Football Insider reports Klopp is not considering leaving his Red Bull role at present, with mooted successor Oliver Glasner seen as unlikely to take a non-coaching post.