Werder Bremen's Coach Feels Under the Weather
In an unexpected turn of events, Ole Werner, the young tactician leading Werder Bremen, is battling a flu-like infection. This predicament forced him to miss out on the team's preparations for the much-anticipated Bundesliga encounter against Bayer Leverkusen. Werner's absence was noticeable in Thursday's press conference, with his professional soccer manager, Clemens Fritz, stepping in to represent him.
Fritz remained ambiguous about Werner's recovery, hinting at a potential return for the match on Saturday (3.30 pm/Sky). However, if Werner fails to make it, it's clear that Patrick Kohlmann, the team's assistant coach, will take charge, as demonstrated during the team's training session on Thursday.
Meanwhile, midfielder Naby Keita also finds himself on the sidelines, with Fritz indicating that the Senegalese star will only be fit to rejoin the action on Saturday.
Werner, despite his ailment, remains hopeful of overcoming the illness in time for the critical Bundesliga duel with Bayer Leverkusen. In his absence, Kohlmann will steer the ship, an experience he garnered during Werder Bremen's training session on Thursday.
While Werner's health concerns and potential replacement remain the focal point of the team's discussions, other pressing matters, like André Silva's calf injury, also demand attention. Silva's absence might impact Werder Bremen's offensive capabilities in the upcoming matches, including the one against Bayer Leverkusen.
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