What happened: The German Football Association confirmed it will open talks with Jurgen Klopp about taking over the national team following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation. In its statement, the DFB said Klopp has already signaled a willingness in principle to take the post. Nagelsmann stepped down after Germany's early World Cup exit, having asked leadership a day earlier to be relieved of his duties.

Why it matters: Landing the former Liverpool manager would hand Germany one of the modern game's most decorated coaches to lead a rebuild after a bruising tournament. Klopp has been away from the dugout since leaving club football, making a national-team role his most concrete route back. For the DFB, moving on the same day as the resignation signals urgency to stabilize the program before the next cycle.

What to watch: Watch for the DFB and Klopp to confirm whether formal talks produce an agreement, and how quickly Germany names its next permanent coach.