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Prominent Dutch Coach Erik ten Hag Inks Two-Year Deal with Bundesliga's Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer 04 Leverkusen is poised to welcome a new head coach after reaching an agreement with Erik ten Hag. According to Kicker's report, the 55-year-old previously coached Ajax Amsterdam and Manchester United has inked a two-year contract with the German club.
Following a series of negotiations, the terms officially secured in recent days, Bayer Leverkusen has confirmed Ten Hag's appointment, leaving only the formalities to be finalized before the contract is signed.
Initial considerations included former footballer Cesc Fàbregas as a potential successor to Xabi Alonso, who has left Bayer to take charge of Real Madrid. However, recent coy remarks by Fàbregas and his diminishing chances in the position have paved the way for Ten Hag's appointment.
As Leverkusen enters a rebuilding stage following Alonso's departure, Ten Hag's arrival is a strategic move after the team's successful season with the former Real Madrid midfielder. During his tenure, Leverkusen finished second in the Bundesliga and reached the German Cup semi-finals in the subsequent season.
- Erik ten Hag - Head Coach
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen - Bundesliga Club
- Contract Duration - Until June 2027
- Predecessor - Xabi Alonso (former head coach)
As a Dutch coach with experience at European clubs like Ajax Amsterdam and Manchester United, Erik ten Hag joins Bayer 04 Leverkusen following a two-year agreement, signing on to lead the Bundesliga club until June 2027. His appointment comes after initial discussions surrounding former footballer Cesc Fàbregas, who has since expressed reluctance, allowing ten Hag to take charge during Leverkusen's rebuilding phase.
In this new role, ten Hag will leverage his expertise in free movement of workers across EC countries, being crucial for him to bring top players and his vision of football, including the freedom to provide services, to the European leagues and Bayer 04 Leverkusen in particular. His arrival also signifies his love for sports, demonstrated in his career, and, specifically, his passion for football that is prevalent in European-leagues.
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