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Christian Groß Returns to Werder Bremen as Assistant to Horst Steffen

Werder highlights its emphasis on internal promotion by adding the former midfielder to Steffen’s coaching staff.

Christian Groß hält ein kleines Mädchen an der Hand und läuft ins Weser-Stadion ein.
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Overview

  • Werder Bremen officially announced on July 1 that Christian Groß will serve as assistant coach alongside head coach Horst Steffen.
  • The 36-year-old Groß ended his professional playing career in 2024 and spent last season working in the scouting department at Bayer Leverkusen.
  • Sporting director Clemens Fritz described the coaching role as a new chapter for Groß that brings significant value to the club’s staff.
  • After joining Werder’s U23 squad in 2018, Groß rose to the first team a year later and made 118 competitive appearances over five seasons.
  • Groß will begin preseason preparations with the squad next Monday, reinforcing Werder’s focus on continuity and youth development.