Overview
- Interim coach Eugen Polanski has guided Borussia Mönchengladbach to three consecutive competitive victories, capped by a 3-1 derby win over 1. FC Köln.
- Schröder says no decision has been made and there is “no contract in the drawer,” with consultations to include management and club committees.
- Polanski has expressed willingness to take the job on a permanent basis and says he wants his work judged by performance and approach rather than single results.
- BILD reports club leaders favor a limited upgrade through summer 2028 with predefined success and failure scenarios, a detail not confirmed by the club.
- Past costly exits for previous coaches inform the cautious stance, with talks set for the international break before the 22 November match at Heidenheim.