Former coach of VfB shifts to a Danish club
German Coach Alexander Zorniger Joins Danish Club Odense BK in July
Former Bundesliga manager Alexander Zorniger will be returning to Danish football, taking over at newly promoted club Odense BK starting in July. The club announced a three-year contract with the 57-year-old coach, who previously coached Brøndby IF from 2016 to 2019.
Zorniger replaces promotion coach Søren Krogh at Odense. The club is optimistic about his experience contributing to their future development, particularly in light of his past achievements with Brøndby and other clubs. This will mark Zorniger's third international posting, following his time at Brøndby and Cypriot club Apollon Limassol.
In his previous posting, Zorniger managed SpVgg Greuther Fürth in the 2. Liga, but was released following a 0:4 home defeat against 1. FC Nürnberg in October last year. His career also includes spells at VfB Stuttgart and RB Leipzig.
Alexander Zorniger, a coach known for his ability to develop teams and achieve promotions, brings a wealth of experience to Odense BK. In his previous roles, he led SG Sonnenhof Großaspach and RB Leipzig to promotions and had an instrumental role in the rise of the latter. Zorniger's impact on the teams he coaches is evident, as seen in his time with Brøndby IF and now at Odense BK.
Relevant Background
Throughout his coaching career, Zorniger has guided numerous clubs through various stages of their development. His methods and philosophy have been influential, shaping the careers of coaches like Matthias Jaissle, who worked as his assistant at Brøndby IF before moving on to other coaching roles. Zorniger's dismissal from RB Leipzig was controversial due to his pivotal role in the club's rise to prominence.
Alexander Zorniger, with his expertise in sports and football, will be joining European-leagues' Danish club Odense BK, having previously coached Brøndby IF and Cypriot club Apollon Limassol. As a successful coach in European-leagues, Zorniger is known for his ability to develop teams, having led SG Sonnenhof Großaspach and RB Leipzig to promotions and significantly contributing to their success.
