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Werder Bremen Faces Uncertainty as Coach Ole Werner Declines Contract Extension

Werner's decision, driven by disagreements over squad planning and ambitions, leaves the club evaluating immediate and long-term solutions.

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Werder-Trainer Ole Werner geht mit schwarzer Kappe auf dem Kopf konzentriert zu seiner Trainerbank vor einem Spiel.
Werder-Trainer Ole Werner und Geschäftsführer Clemens Fritz sitzen vor einem Testspiel nebeneinander auf der blauen Trainerbank und schauen sich im Gespräch an.

Overview

  • Ole Werner has informed Werder Bremen he will not extend his contract, which expires in June 2026, citing differing views on squad planning and ambitions.
  • Werder Bremen management expressed disappointment, having hoped for a longer collaboration with Werner, who has been with the club since 2021.
  • The club is now deciding whether to retain Werner for the upcoming season or part ways before his contract ends.
  • Potential successors include Marco Rose, Lukas Kwasniok, and Horst Steffen, with the club reportedly already exploring options.
  • Werner's departure complicates Bremen's transfer strategy as uncertainty about the coaching position may impact player recruitment.