RB Leipzig surprisingly separates from coach Manuel Baum!

RB Leipzig surprisingly separates from coach Manuel Baum!

Leipzig, Deutschland - The football scene in Leipzig is experiencing a significant personal rethink. In a surprising turn, RB Leipzig announces those responsible for the early farewell to Manuel Baum. The contract of the previous "Sports Head of Academy" will be dissolved on June 30, 2025, and this is done in agreement between the tree and the association. Marcel Schäfer, sports director of RB Leipzig, now sees himself under pressure because he has to look for both a new coach and a new young boss. Schäfer thanked Baum for his commitment in the academy and respected his decision, which was made for private reasons, as picture reported.

Manuel Baum, who had been working in the youth area since July 2023, was unable to establish talents in the professional squad of RB Leipzig in the almost two years. This season, however, the 17-year-old talents Viggo Gebel and Faik Sakar were allowed to complete the first minute of competitive game in the Bundesliga. According to information from [TAG24] (https://www.tag24.de/sport/fussball/verein/rb-leipzig/noch- Mehr-fuer--rb-leipzig-chef-Breicht-die-Segel-3392783), Baum plans to move back to FC Augsburg to work there in the junior area.

A last appearance in the youth area

Before Baum can take his new challenge in Augsburg, he would like to say goodbye to a title from RB Leipzig. The association's U17 team qualified for the semi-finals for the German championship and will play against VfB Stuttgart on Saturday for the finals. U17 coach Tim Krömer said optimistically and emphasized that his team gained self-confidence.

A look into the future

The challenge for Marcel Schäfer is not just the search for a new young boss. In addition, there was news about defender El Chadaille Bitshiabu, who extended his contract until 2029. Bitshiabu was positive about the contract extension and the good atmosphere at RB Leipzig. Schafer faces the task of setting the course for the future while at the same time having to master the abrupt change in the young area.

The football community in Leipzig looks forward to the further developments. While the U17 is fighting for the title, it remains to be seen who will succeed tree and how the young talent can prevail under the new management in the professional squad. This situation shows once again how dynamic and challenging football can be in the young area.