Ulla Roca Arena (born 1974) is a German social worker, children’s book writer, former waitress and manager’s wife from Liverpool. People got to know her after she became Jürgen Klopp’s second wife.
He started his career as a soccer player and made his debut in 1987 after playing for FC Pforzheim. Jürgen represented youth clubs named SV Glatten (1972–1983) and TuS Ergenzingen (1983–1987) previously.
Also, Jürgen played for Mainz 05 most of the time in his playing days. As of 2020, he is actively working as a manager for Liverpool (Premier League club) and first joined the team in 2015.
Ulla is also famous for her kind mannerisms and writing skills. She is the author of two books. Sandrock is also often recognized as a children’s novelist. Currently, he lives with his family at Formby Mansion.
| Lifestyle/Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real full birth name | Ulla Sandrock. |
| Stage name | Ula. |
| Profession | Social worker and children’s book writer. |
| Famous for | Being the spouse of Jürgen Klopp. |
| Age (How old, as of 2020) | 46 years . |
| Date of Birth | 1974. |
| sun sign (zodiac sign) | Not known. |
| Place of birth | Germany. |
| Current residence | Liverpool, England, UK. |
| Nationality | German. |
| Sexuality (gay or lesbian) | Heterosexual |
| Gender | Woman. |
| ethnicity | White. |
| Religion | Christendom. |
| Career | |
| Books | 1. Tom and magical football. 2. Elli and Pitt. |
| Can | |
| source of income | Her husband is worth £20 million sterling as of 2020. |
| Heritage (approx.) | £1 million sterling as of 2020. |
| Personal information | |
| Marital status | Married. |
| Dating history? | name not available. |
| Husband/Spouse Name | Jürgen Klopp (d. 2005 – present) |
| Boyfriend | None. |
| Kids | Son : Denis. Daughter : None. |
| known language | English. |
| Feeding Habits | Not vegetarian. |
| Smoke or drink? | Yes (occasionally). |
| Family | |
| Fathers | Father : Will update. Mom : — |
| Brothers | Brother : Will Update Sister : — |
| Education | |
| Highest Rating | Graduate. |
| College | Local high school. |
| Alma mater. | Unknown. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| Height | Feet inches: 5′ 7″ . Centimeters: 170cm . Meters: 1.70m . |
| Weight | Kilograms: 64 kg . Pounds: 143 pounds . |
| Bra size | 36B. |
| Body Measurements (Chest-waist-hips) | 38-28-38. |
| Shoe Size (UK) | 7. |
| eye color | Blue. |
| Hair color | Blond. |
| Hobbies and favorite things | |
| I love to do | Traveling, reading books, watching football matches, etc. |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Tom Cruise. Actress: Angelina Jolie. |
| dream vacation destination | Santorini. |
| Favorite colors) | Black. |
| show(s) | Friends and Orange Is the New Black. |
| brands | Gucci, Prada and Chanel. |
Personal life
She married her husband Jürgen Norbert Klopp in December 2005. This was the second marriage for both sides. Previously, she had a son from her first marriage, but the details about her son are not available on the internet other than her name, ie Dennis.
Also, the couple met for the first time in a bar during the Oktoberfest in Munich. She used to work as a waitress at the time. The manager fell in love with her at first sight. The soccer coach first married his wife “Sabine Klopp” in 1980.
Jurgen Klopp’s second wife
They stayed together as a married couple until 2001. He divorced her immediately after becoming manager of Mainz 05 in 2001. Through their relationship, they share a son named Marc Klopp, who was born on December 31, 1988.
Ulla’s father-in-law “Norbert Klopp” remained a salesman and porter, and her mother-in-law’s name is “Elisabeth Klopp”. She shared a good bond with sisters-in-law of hers named Isolde Reich and Stefanie Klopp.
Some lesser known facts about Ulla Sandrock
- Her husband always admires the literary skills of his wife Ulla Sandrock.
- Jürgen Klopp’s wife is a huge football fan.
- In the early days of her career, Ulla used to serve as a teacher.
- Before marriage, he used to teach the local children and also give them food and other assistance.
- In addition, Ulla Sandrock worked at the Nairobi German School for three years.
- He also did an internship in Nairobi, Kenya.
- In 2008, his book “Tom and Magic Football” was published, which is a storybook. It contains the story of an 11-year-old boy who wants to become a soccer player.
- Many sources claimed that she wrote the sequel to this book and it was published in 2010, set in Africa.
- The name of her other book is Elli and Pit, which is based on her love for children because she likes children.
- Now, Ulla Sandrock has become the first lady of Liverpool.
- The former athlete is also a child psychologist.
- He started living with Jürgen Klopp after the third day of their meeting.
- Sandrock is also known as the “First Lady of the Bundesliga”.
- She changed her name after marriage form, Ulla Sandrock, to Ulla Klopp.
- She has a very healthy relationship with her husband’s son, Marc Klopp. But they are very private people who are not active on social media platforms.
- Marc Klopp was also present during the marriage ceremony of Ulla Sandrock and Jürgen Klopp.
- His stepson played for many German clubs, including KSV Klein-Karben, SV Darmstadt 98, and Borussia Dortmund II.
- Ulla Sandrock’s gesture was very kind to the Waitrose store worker when he visited Liverpool as well as giving them 1000 euro food vouchers.
- He also gave 50 euros to each of those in need.
- In addition, Klopp said “we have done it Ulla” after the final whistle of the Champions League.
- When her husband, Jürgen Klopp, joined as Liverpool manager at the time, she was there to cheer him on.
- She is also a dog lover and her pet name is Emma.
- When her husband won the title with Dortmund. She was there with him.
- On June 20, 2018, he traveled to Ibiza.
- She was also seen in the semi-final second leg Liverpool against Stoke City Anfieldrd, Liverpool, UK with her son Dennis.