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Julian Nagelsmann

Julian Nagelsmann is a German football manager and former player, born on 23 July 1987 in Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Julian Nagelsmann is a German football manager and former player, born on 23 July 1987 in Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria. He has coached TSG Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig, Bayern Munich and the Germany national team. He is widely noted for becoming one of the youngest senior head coaches in top-flight German football.

Early life and playing career

Julian Nagelsmann was born in Bavaria in 1987. He did not have a senior professional playing career, retiring around age 20 after a series of injuries before moving into coaching.

Club coaching career

Nagelsmann began coaching in Hoffenheim’s youth setup in 2010 and later became the first-team manager in 2015. He went on to coach RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich, winning the Bundesliga with Bayern in 2022.

Germany national team

In September 2023, Nagelsmann was appointed head coach of the Germany national team. His contract was later extended in 2024 and again in 2025 before he resigned on 3 July 2026.

Coaching style and reputation

Nagelsmann is frequently described as tactically innovative and effective at working with younger players. Coverage of his rise also highlights his rapid progression to top-level management at a relatively young age.

Key facts

  • Nagelsmann ended his playing career early due to injuries and transitioned into coaching.
  • He became the youngest permanent head coach in Bundesliga history when appointed at Hoffenheim in 2015.
  • He won the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich in 2022.
  • He was appointed head coach of Germany in September 2023 and resigned in July 2026.
  • His career is noted for tactical innovation and developing young players.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Julian Nagelsmann?
He is a German football manager and former player who has coached Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig, Bayern Munich and the Germany national team.
When was Julian Nagelsmann born?
He was born on 23 July 1987 in Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria, Germany.
Did Julian Nagelsmann have a professional playing career?
No full senior professional career is recorded; he retired early because of injuries and later briefly returned at lower levels.
What clubs did Julian Nagelsmann manage?
He managed TSG Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich before becoming Germany head coach.
What is Julian Nagelsmann’s most notable club achievement?
His most notable club achievement is winning the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich in 2022.
What is Julian Nagelsmann known for as a coach?
He is known for tactical innovation, early success in top-flight management and a strong focus on developing young players.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Nagelsmann
    Supports: Birth date and place, early injury-related retirement, coaching career timeline, Germany appointment, 2026 resignation
  2. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Nagelsmann
    Supports: German-language biographical details and club coaching timeline
  3. ISPO — https://www.ispo.com/en/heroes/julian-nagelsmann
    Supports: Early retirement from playing, youth development reputation, youngest Bundesliga head coach claim, social commitment
  4. DW — https://www.dw.com/en/julian-nagelsmann-germanys-hope-for-euro-2024/a-66873767
    Supports: Appointment context, age, and rise to national-team coaching