Oliver Ruhnert Returns to Union Berlin as Chief Scout After Bundestag Bid

Following an unsuccessful run with the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht party, Ruhnert resumes his pivotal role in the club's planning for the upcoming season.

• Oliver Ruhnert has officially resumed his role as Chief Scout at 1. FC Union Berlin after taking a leave for his Bundestag election campaign.
• His contract with the club was paused during his political bid with the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht party, which failed to secure parliamentary representation in the 2025 election.
• Ruhnert's return has been welcomed by Union Berlin's Sporting Director, Horst Heldt, who emphasized Ruhnert's expertise and importance to the club's future planning.
• Since joining Union Berlin in 2017, Ruhnert has played a key role in the club's rise from the second division to the Champions League.
• Ruhnert's decision to return to football reflects his ongoing commitment to Union Berlin following his brief foray into politics.

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