Overview

• After a 0–0 draw with Freiburg, Eugen Polanski said he has been given the signal to continue and will coach at Union Berlin following the international break.
• Under Polanski, Gladbach have drawn at Leverkusen and against Freiburg and lost 4–6 to Frankfurt, leaving them 17th with three points from six matches.
• Chief executive Stefan Stegemann called the sporting director vacancy the first decision to make and said the incoming hire will influence the long‑term coaching choice.
• Stegemann reported promising talks with candidates to replace Roland Virkus but did not disclose names or a timeline.
• Midfielder Philipp Sander praised Polanski’s rapport and intensity, saying the coach shows a good feel for the squad.