Al-Ittihad goes crazy to sign Klopp

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The name of Jürgen Klopp is back in the spotlight of the coaching market after the dismissal of Laurent Blanc at Al-Ittihad, as reported by the newspaper Al Riyadh. The Saudi club aims to quickly fill the coaching gap, with the former Liverpool manager emerging as their prime target.

Klopp as a Bet for the Saudi Pro League

Al-Ittihad is going through a results crisis in the Saudi Pro League that led to Blanc's sacking after a 2-0 loss to Al Nassr. In this context, Klopp is said to top the list of candidates to take over the team in Jeddah.

It is clear that approaching a figure of his stature aims to restore prestige and sporting stability to the Arab club. The urgency is logical: the domestic competition resumes in October, and Al-Ittihad wants to avoid a disastrous start in the Arab League.

Red Bull and Klopp's Dual Roles

After leaving Anfield, Klopp took on the role of Global Head of Football at the Red Bull Group, overseeing clubs like RB Leipzig, New York Red Bulls, or Red Bull Salzburg. In his presentation, he stated, "what I want is to develop football ... for our clubs, players, talents."

One may wonder if he would leave that position to return to the bench or if he would accept to juggle tasks. His agent already debunked similar Roma rumors this summer, calling them a "late April Fools' joke."

Additionally, according to Saudi media, other names are being considered as alternatives: Xavi Hernández and Unai Emery lead the list alongside options like Spalletti or Sergio Conceição, albeit with less strength.

Klopp's Vision for Football in Arabia

If he accepts the challenge, Klopp would step into a different football environment—the Arab League

Interim Period and Urgency for Appointment

For now, Hassan Khalifa will lead the team on an interim basis in the Asian Champions clash against Shabab Al Ahli. The Al-Ittihad management aims to appoint the official replacement as soon as possible to stabilize the squad before the season resumes. The pressure for a successful restart is immense, especially in an increasingly competitive league, with clubs like Al Nassr—currently leading the tournament—serving as formidable opponents.

A Return with Many Questions

If the project materializes, it would mark a return to coaching for Jürgen Klopp, after a voluntary strategic pause. This opportunity in the Saudi Pro League could redefine his legacy and impact the global football scene, connecting his international aura with the ambitious drive of football in Arabia.

In conclusion, the name of Jürgen Klopp looms strongly as the major bet of Al-Ittihad to revitalize their project in the Arab League and the elite of Asian football.

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