After Leipzig rumors
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VfB Stuttgart and trainer Sebastian Hoeneß set an example for further cooperation. As the Swabians announced on Saturday, the 42-year-old has extended his contract until 2027 by another year. His assistant coach David Krecidlo also signed until 2028.
Most recently, Hoeneß was repeatedly associated with a possible switch to RB Leipzig, where Marco Rose may be in front of the departure in summer. The native of Munich is said to have had an exit clause at VfB so far. According to the “kicker”, he was able to leave the Swabians prematurely for 8 million euros. Before that, it was said that this was only possible if the prospect plays internationally. In the course of the extension, no exit clause should be available.
Hoeneß took over VfB at the beginning of April 2023, led him to the Bundesliga class maintenance through the relegation-and a year later, the team sensationally made the qualification for the Champions League. Since taking office, the former Hoffenheim trainer has won 1.83 points per game with the Stuttgarters. Since then, the squad value has almost tripled from 116 million to currently EUR 333.7 million.
VfB CEO Alexander Wehrle explained: “VfB and Sebastian Hoeneß, this connection excellently harmonized from day one. Sebastian led our team to the runner-up and the Champions League from the greatest risk of relegation. Want to work together.
Hoeneß extended at VfB: Wohlgemuth and the trainer comment
Sports board member Fabian Wohlgemuth added: “Fans, city, tradition and economic environment make VfB Stuttgart one of the most attractive clubs in Germany. Together we want to lead VfB into a successful future. We have tied the ideal coach in the long term with Sebastian Hoeneß. In the past almost two years, we have impressively demonstrated that he deals extraordinarily well with the different challenges in football,, Whether in the relegation battle or in the Champions League.
Community All topics related to VfB Have a say now! Trainer Hoeneß said: “I am very happy about the contract extension because I am convinced that we can achieve a lot together. When I came to VfB almost two years ago, the sporting situation in table position was demanding. Nevertheless, the switch to VfB felt right at the time. And it now feels just to be extended. (Sports Director; d.) Was a successful path together after the relegation that led us to the Champions League. To bundle forces for the end of the season in the Bundesliga. And of course we all look forward to the semi-finals in the DFB Cup and absolutely want to take the last step to Berlin. ”
