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Leverkusen Appoints Kasper Hjulmand as Head Coach on Deal Through 2027

The former Denmark manager takes charge to steady a reshaped squad following Erik ten Hag’s abrupt exit.

Overview

  • He was confirmed by the club on Monday and will debut on the BayArena touchline against Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday night.
  • Hjulmand replaces ten Hag, who was dismissed after just two Bundesliga matchdays following a poor start to the season.
  • Before signing, he dissolved an advisory contract with the Danish FA, clearing the final formality reported during negotiations.
  • The swift hire capped a search closely tracked by German media, including reports of a Düsseldorf meeting with sporting director Simon Rolfes and a basic agreement flagged by Kicker.
  • He inherits a remodeled roster after high‑profile departures and must prepare quickly for a Champions League opener in Copenhagen later this month.