Klopp: Xabi’s Madrid exit ‘nothing to do with me’

​ 120-150Jürgen Klopp has stated that he has not received any calls from Real Madrid following the exit of Xabi Alonso, and affirmed that the decision has nothing to do with him. Read More On

Summary:
Following Xabi Alonso’s exit as Real Madrid manager, Jurgen Klopp has dismissed speculation linking him to the vacant job, saying the situation at Madrid has “nothing to do with me” and he has not been contacted by the club about replacing Alonso. Klopp—currently Red Bull’s global head of soccer—said Alonso’s departure didn’t trigger anything for him, that he’s happy in his current role, and that he’s observing the coaching market from the sidelines rather than considering a return to management. He also expressed surprise at Alonso’s sacking and sympathy for him as a talented coach while noting the immense pressure and expectations at Real Madrid.