Overview

• Norman Theuerkauf, vice-captain of 1. FC Heidenheim, will retire at the end of the current Bundesliga season after ten years with the club.
• Theuerkauf has made 274 competitive appearances for Heidenheim since joining in the 2015/16 season.
• He is expected to feature in Heidenheim’s final Bundesliga match against Werder Bremen and possibly two relegation playoff games as the team fights to stay in the top flight.
• Following his retirement, Theuerkauf will immediately begin his new role as the U15 coach at Heidenheim, continuing his commitment to the club.
• Club chairman Holger Sanwald praised Theuerkauf’s loyalty and significant contributions during a transformative period in Heidenheim’s history.