Overview

• Kasper Hjulmand, 53, was named head coach on a contract running until 2027, replacing Erik ten Hag.
• Leverkusen dismissed Ten Hag on September 1 after only two Bundesliga matches, a decision he called "unprecedented" and a surprise.
• Sporting director Simon Rolfes admitted the Ten Hag hire was a mistake and said the new coach is expected to implement a clear, dominant style.
• Leverkusen have one point from their first two league games, heightening the need for a swift reset under the new manager.
• Hjulmand previously led Denmark to the Euro 2021 semi-finals, won a Danish title with Nordsjaelland, and had a brief Bundesliga spell with Mainz.