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Werner change: RB Leipzig is fighting for clarity on the coaching question!
RB Leipzig is negotiating for coach Ole Werner with Werder Bremen. Uncertainty slows down squad planning and important decisions.
Werner change: RB Leipzig is fighting for clarity on the coaching question!
The search for a coach at RB Leipzig continues to cause uncertainty within the club and among potential newcomers. Ole Werner (37) is still the focus, but it remains unclear whether he can be hired as the new coach. The negotiations between Werder Bremen and RB Leipzig over a transfer fee for Werner are proving to be quite constructive, even though the clubs have been in different positions in the past. Bremen officials are demanding a transfer fee of 6 million euros, while Leipzig has so far only offered 1 million euros, which led to talks between the two club representatives stalling recently, as sportschau.de reports.
However, recent developments seem to suggest that, contrary to previous silence, both clubs are now enjoying reaching an agreement. It is seen as increasingly likely that a deal will be struck, with both Werder and Leipzig showing significant interest in completing the Werner deal.
Influence on squad planning
The unresolved coaching question has a significant impact on RB Leipzig's squad planning. According to bild.de, this uncertainty is slowing down key decisions in the club. Currently only two personnel details have been confirmed: Ezechiel Banzuzi is signed by Leuven for 20 million euros and El Chadaille Bitshiabu has extended his contract until 2029. However, many of the future transfers and departures depend on the final choice of coach in order to give the new coach influence on the squad design.
Several players are waiting for clarity. For example, Cristhian Mosquera (20) has already negotiated a contract with RB Leipzig until 2030, but his future is also uncertain as long as the coaching question is not resolved. Professionals currently under contract like André Silva (29) also face unanswered questions regarding their careers in Leipzig.
Alternative options
In the event that Leipzig decides against Werner, Matthias Jaissle (37) is considered an alternative candidate. Jaissle recently won the Asian Champions League title with Al-Ahli and brings experience from the RB cosmos. The decision to sign Werner or another coach could have far-reaching financial consequences for Werder Bremen. If Leipzig were to forego Werder and opt for Jaissle, Bremen would still have to pay the salaries of 2.5 million euros for the released coaching team, while they would not receive any transfer fee.
In summary, the situation surrounding RB Leipzig and Ole Werner remains tense. The negotiations are slowly gaining momentum and both the clubs and the players are hoping for clarity on the coaching issue soon. However, the next decisions could significantly influence the course of the club.