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Soham Mukherjee

Jurgen Klopp to link up with Cesc Fabregas? Ex-Liverpool boss wants Como manager to take RB Leipzig job as Red Bull role becomes more hands-on

Jurgen Klopp reportedly wants Cesc Fabregas to take the reins at RB Leipzig as the former Liverpool manager's Red Bull role becomes more hands-on.

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  • Klopp took up his role at Red Bull last summer
  • Has held talks with Fabregas about moving to Leipzig
  • Fabregas might end up staying at Como
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    According to Fabrizio Romano, Klopp is keen to see Fabregas become the next head coach at the Bundesliga club as they search for a permanent replacement for Marco Rose, who was dismissed in late March. Though his managerial career is still in its infancy, the Spaniard has already attracted the attention of Leipzig's leadership thanks to his bold attacking philosophy and the results produced at Como, which have propelled them to a mid-table spot in Serie A. Klopp is now serving as Red Bull's head of global soccer, and as such, is playing a key role in all the off-pitch goings-on at Leipzig.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Romano has confirmed that Klopp reached out to Fabregas recently to discuss the Leipzig project. However, the former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder is yet to decide on his future and might take a call after the Serie A season ends.

  • WHAT ROMANO SAID

    Romano said: "Klopp had direct contact with [Como manager] Cesc Fabregas a few weeks ago to speak about the Leipzig project. Cesc is still deciding to stay at Como, that's the position of the coach."

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  • DID YOU KNOW?

    One of the significant challenges Leipzig may face in bringing Fabregas on board lies in his ties to Como, not just as head coach, but also as a part-owner of the Italian club. His personal investment in the team could make him hesitant to leave, especially with Como currently enjoying a strong run of form in Serie A. Moreover, Leipzig are going to face competition as Roma view him as a successor to Claudio Ranieri in the capital.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR LEIPZIG?

    While the long-term managerial situation remains unresolved, Zsolt Low continues to serve as Leipzig’s interim coach. Under Low’s guidance, Leipzig are attempting to finish strong and secure a spot in next season’s Champions League, a factor that could play a role in swaying Fabregas should Leipzig formalize their interest in the coming weeks. Hence, the offer represents not just a new challenge, but a potential fast-track to top-level management.

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