Overview

• Hjulmand was presented on Wednesday as the successor to Erik ten Hag, who was dismissed after two Bundesliga matches.
• He will debut on Friday at home against Eintracht Frankfurt at 20:30, opening a compressed run that includes six games in 23 days with a Champions League trip to Copenhagen next week.
• Sporting director Simon Rolfes cited Hjulmand’s human qualities and leadership style as key reasons for the appointment.
• The 53-year-old described himself as demanding and empathetic, saying he does not lead by shouting.
• Reports have linked free agent Christian Eriksen with a move, but BILD reports Leverkusen says Eriksen is not currently a target.