'It's all nonsense!' - Fed up Jurgen Klopp claims Real Madrid rumours are written by 'idiots' but ex-Liverpool boss admits he's 'not completely finished' as a coach

Shutting down Madrid links

Klopp, whose contract as Head of Global Soccer runs until 2029, used a recent briefing with the media in Ismaning to categorically deny any contact with

Leaving the door open

Despite taking a step back from the daily pressures of football management to join the multi-club network, he admitted that a return to the dugout is still a genuine possibility. The German tactician has enjoyed his break but feels he is far from finished in the sport. "I'm certainly quite advanced for life at my age, but as a coach, I'm not completely and utterly finished. I haven't reached retirement age yet," he explained. "Who knows what will happen in the coming years. But nothing is planned in that regard."

Dismissing national team talk

During the official presentation of

Full backing from above

His firm stance on remaining in his current post aligns perfectly with the views of the corporate hierarchy. Oliver Mintzlaff has publicly rubbished the exit rumours on more than one occasion, ensuring everyone knows the organisation views their partnership as a long-term commitment. Speaking on the matter previously, the chief executive noted: "That is complete rubbish and completely plucked out of thin air. On the contrary: we are extremely satisfied with Klopp's work." With three years left on his deal, it appears the boardroom will be his home for the foreseeable future.