# Roger Schmidt Red Bull soccer leadership transition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/roger-schmidt-red-bull-soccer-leadership-transition
> Updated: 2026-10-09T12:29:05.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Roger Schmidt has officially assumed the role of Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull, succeeding Jürgen Klopp. Schmidt, who previously coached teams such as RB Salzburg, Bayer Leverkusen, and Benfica, is based in Salzburg and will oversee the organization’s multi-club network, including RB Leipzig, Red Bull New York, Red Bull Bragantino, and RB Omiya Ardija.

Schmidt’s initial objectives involve visiting various clubs to meet with coaching staffs, sporting directors, and academy leaders to shape future strategies. He has already expressed public support for RB Leipzig manager Martín Demichelis, stating his conviction that Demichelis is the right coach for the club despite a mixed start to the season.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-09: Roger Schmidt begins role as Red Bull Head of Global Soccer Sport

Roger Schmidt has started his role as Red Bull’s Head of Global Soccer Sport, pledging support for RB Leipzig manager Martín Demichelis following Jürgen Klopp’s departure.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roger-schmidt-begins-role-as-red-bull-head-of-global-soccer-sport

### 2026-09-30: Roger Schmidt begins role as Red Bull Head of Global Soccer

Roger Schmidt has begun his role as Red Bull’s Head of Global Soccer, succeeding Jürgen Klopp to oversee the company’s international multi-club football network.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roger-schmidt-begins-role-as-red-bull-head-of-global-soccer

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