Paris FC president Pierre Ferracci has rubbished claims that Jurgen Klopp will become the club's new head coach after Red Bull confirmed that they would be taking over the Ligue 2 outfit Paris FC president Pierre Ferracci has put to bed any speculation that Jurgen Klopp might take the helm at the Ligue 2 club, despite Red Bull's recent takeover. The former Liverpool manager recently took up the position of Head of Global Football for Red Bull. The 56-year-old had already made it clear he wasn't looking to dive back into management after his departure from Liverpool last summer.
Ferracci found himself quashing rumours about Klopp stepping in as Paris FC boss following whispers that gained momentum with Red Bull's move to acquire the French team, alongside the Arnault family through their holding company Agache, which owns the luxury brand powerhouse LVMH. In terms of the acquisition details, the Arnaults are set to initially hold a 55% stake in the club, with Red Bull taking 15%, while Ferracci will keep 30% of the shares until 2027 when he plans to sell them to the Arnault family. READ MORE: I blame one person for Liverpool struggles - my behaviour was not the issue READ MORE: Arne Slot told one thing he must do to make Liverpool title contenders by former Red Having led Paris FC since 2012, 72-year-old Ferracci was quick to clarify the situation with Klopp in a chat with BFM Business , stating firmly: "No, he won't be the coach," and added with a hint of humour: "At least no.