Overview

• Leverkusen confirmed Hjulmand’s arrival hours after parting with Erik ten Hag following just two Bundesliga matchdays.
• Ten Hag collected one point in the league with a 2-1 home loss to Hoffenheim and a 3-3 draw with Werder Bremen after an opening 4-0 cup win.
• Hjulmand is scheduled to debut Friday against Eintracht Frankfurt, then open the Champions League in Copenhagen.
• Sporting leaders Simon Rolfes and Fernando Carro endorsed the appointment, emphasizing Hjulmand’s communication style and fit with the club’s project.
• Preparations come during the FIFA window, with several players returning from international duty shortly before the domestic fixture.