- Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has reportedly accepted an offer to become Roma’s head coach
- Klopp’s decision came after initially considering another club undergoing an ownership change
- Roma are planning a major summer transfer campaign, targeting reinforcements in six positions
Key Takeaways:
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is set to take over at Roma, according to an Italian media. The publication claims that the German coach has already accepted the offer from the Giallorossi with the agreement reportedly reached on 18 May. Initially, Klopp was expected to join another club undergoing an ownership change, but the situation took an unexpected turn.
According to @LaStampa, Jürgen Klopp has said yes to becoming the new manager of AS Roma. pic.twitter.com/aOfRQJ7Kre
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) May 19, 2025
The German coach spent nine successful years at Anfield, becoming a fan favourite. During his tenure, he led Liverpool to Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup, Community Shield, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup triumphs.
After parting ways with Liverpool last summer, Klopp became the global head of football for the Red Bull group. His name was also linked with the managerial position at Real Madrid in recent months, but it is now confirmed that Carlo Ancelotti will be replaced by Xabi Alonso at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Roma had long hoped to convince Claudio Ranieri to continue as their manager after an impressive season. However, the veteran coach remained firm in his decision to step down. He received a heartfelt farewell from fans after Roma’s 3-1 win over Milan at the Stadio Olimpico just days ago. With one round remaining in the season, the Giallorossi are fifth in Serie A and have a realistic chance of qualifying for the Champions League.
La Stampa’s report also notes that Roma are planning an ambitious summer transfer campaign. The club is targeting reinforcements in six positions, including a central defender from the Austrian Bundesliga, a foreign winger, and a central striker believed to be Lorenzo Lucca from Udinese.