Nagelsmann to leave Germany job after 2026 World Cup – report

Julian Nagelsmann is set to step down as head coach of the German national team following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to credible journalist Florian Plettenberg. The 37-year-old tactician has reportedly informed the German Football Association (DFB) of his decision not to extend his contract beyond the tournament. His current deal runs until the summer of 2026, meaning the World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico will be his final assignment on the Germany bench. Plettenberg’s report suggests Nagelsmann wants to end his tenure on a high note, but the DFB is already quietly drawing up a shortlist of potential successors. Names being floated include both seasoned veterans and younger coaches who could continue the work Nagelsmann started after a disappointing Euro 2024 campaign. No official statement has been made by the DFB, but the news has quickly spread through German football circles, sparking early debate about who might take over one of the most high-profile jobs in the sport.