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DFL Extends Leadership Contracts of Lenz and Merkel Through 2029

The unanimous decision by the supervisory board underscores confidence in their leadership after record media rights success and stakeholder collaboration.

Marc Lenz und Steffen Merkel die DFL-Geschäftsführer bei der Mitgliederversammlung
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Overview

  • Marc Lenz and Steffen Merkel, managing directors of the Deutsche Fußball Liga (DFL) since summer 2023, have had their contracts extended until the end of 2029.
  • The DFL supervisory board made the decision unanimously, citing the duo's expertise, experience, and unifying leadership approach.
  • Under their leadership, the DFL secured a €4.484 billion national media rights deal for the 2025/26 to 2028/29 seasons, a two percent increase from the previous cycle.
  • Lenz and Merkel previously halted a second investor deal in early 2024 after fan protests and club concerns, reflecting their responsiveness to stakeholder input.
  • Supervisory board chair Hans-Joachim Watzke praised their ability to balance German football traditions with strategic progress in a dynamic global environment.