Overview

• Benjamin Weber officially began his role as FC Augsburg’s sporting director on July 25, succeeding Marinko Jurendic.
• He joins the club with Thomas Tuchel’s endorsement after twelve years as a video analyst alongside the England coach at Mainz, Dortmund, Chelsea and Paris.
• Weber’s hiring finalizes a comprehensive leadership overhaul alongside head coach Sandro Wagner and specialists Manuel Baum, Marc Lettau and Julian Baumgartlinger.
• He emphasized that Augsburg sees no urgent need for new signings because of the existing squad’s high quality and intends to stay vigilant rather than proactive in the transfer market.
• Managing director Michael Ströll praised Weber’s reputation, extensive network and alignment with the club’s long-term, innovation-driven strategy.