Oliver Glasner eyed by Red Bull if Jürgen Klopp leaves

Oliver Glasner Red Bull links have emerged in Austria, with reports suggesting the Crystal Palace manager could be targeted if Jürgen Klopp departs his current executive position this summer.

According to Salzburger Nachrichten, Red Bull are preparing contingency plans amid growing internal criticism of Klopp’s tenure as Head of Global Soccer. The former Liverpool manager took on the strategic role last year following his departure from Anfield.

However, the anticipated sporting uplift across Red Bull’s football operations has not materialised.

The Austrian outlet claims Klopp’s position is facing scrutiny, with criticism reportedly centred on a perceived imbalance between commercial visibility and sporting progress.

While Klopp has become a prominent ambassador for the Red Bull brand, results and structural development across the football network have not met initial expectations.

A “premature separation” is now described as possible.

In that scenario, Glasner is reportedly the leading candidate to step in.

The 51-year-old is expected to leave Crystal Palace at the end of the season and is said to be open to a role that does not involve the daily intensity of frontline coaching.

Glasner’s managerial track record includes European success and structured squad building, attributes that align with Red Bull’s multi-club model. Having followed Palace closely this season, his tactical clarity and developmental approach have remained evident despite inconsistent domestic results.

Reports suggest he has already expressed interest in a strategic-level position should no major top-tier coaching vacancy emerge this summer.

However, much depends on Klopp’s next move.

The German has also been linked with Real Madrid, with Spanish sources describing him as a dream candidate for Florentino Pérez. Whether that interest becomes concrete remains uncertain.

For now, Klopp’s position is not formally under threat. But internal discussions appear to be ongoing, and Red Bull are said to be preparing options.

Clarity is likely to emerge closer to the end of the season. If Klopp remains, the succession talk will fade. If not, Red Bull appear ready to act swiftly. Glasner’s availability and openness to a non-coaching executive role make him a logical internal target.

Could Glasner transition from the Premier League touchline to global football leadership?