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RB Leipzig Appoints Ole Werner as Head Coach with Klopp’s Backing

Klopp’s public backing cements Werner’s appointment through 2027, marking the start of Leipzig’s preseason preparations, squad overhaul, push for Champions League return.

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Werders Geschäftsführer Clemens Fritz steht im Weser-Stadion
Jürgen Klopp sitzt auf einem Podium und spricht.

Overview

  • Werner’s contract runs until 2027 and he will formally take charge on July 1 alongside assistants Patrick Kohlmann and Tom Cichon.
  • RB Leipzig agreed to pay Werder Bremen a €1.5 million base fee plus up to €500,000 in performance bonuses to secure Werner’s immediate release.
  • Jürgen Klopp praised Werner as an “absolute overperformer” and vowed not to overshadow the new coach in his role as Red Bull’s Global Head of Soccer.
  • Werner succeeds interim manager Zsolt Löw after Marco Rose was dismissed in March following a run of inconsistent results.
  • His immediate priorities include finalizing preseason plans, integrating his tactical staff and overseeing a major summer squad rebuild aimed at returning Leipzig to the Champions League.