Klopp before DFB debut – Mbappé raves and would have liked to play under him

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Jürgen Klopp is set for his debut as Germany head coach – and even before the first international match on Thursday, prominent figures are heaping praise on him. France's superstar Kylian Mbappé spoke enthusiastically about the new coach of the German national team, according to Spiegel.

Mbappé raves about the new Germany coach

Mbappé publicly praised the coach ahead of his debut. The Frenchman also revealed that he himself would have liked to play under Klopp at some point – a statement that underscores the world-class player's appreciation for the German coach. The gesture comes at just the right time: before Klopp has played a single competitive match as national team coach, one of the world's best footballers is sending him a message of respect.

First international match on Thursday

On Thursday, Klopp takes charge of his first match as head coach of the DFB team. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for the coach on the biggest stage of German football. Expectations of the charismatic coach are already high – with Mbappé's words, the bar for the opening match has been raised even higher.

How Klopp's premiere plays out will be revealed on Thursday.