Overview

• André Breitenreiter departs Hannover 96 by mutual agreement after three straight defeats ended promotion hopes.
• The former coach, hired in December on a six-month contract, oversaw one win, five draws, and three losses during his tenure.
• Co-trainer Lars Barlemann, U19 coach Dirk Lottner, and U17 coach Christian Schulz will manage the team for the remaining four games.
• Sporting director Marcus Mann confirmed the club’s focus has shifted to the next season, with a new head coach to be appointed in the summer.
• Potential candidates for the role reportedly include Steven Cherundolo, a club legend, and Lukas Kwasniok, who is set to leave SC Paderborn.