Starting the Season with a Goalkeeper Battle at Werder Bremen
Goalkeeper Competition Sought by Werder Trainer Steffen - Steffen, coach of Werder, advocates for a goal-scoring competition
Horst Steffen, the fresh face at the helm of Bundesliga team Werder Bremen, is causing a stir with his preferred goalkeeper pairing for the upcoming season. The veteran coach has his sights set on Michael Zetterer (29) and Mio Backhaus (21) as his picks to guard the goalposts.
According to Peter Niemeyer, the head of professional football at Werder, Steffen has expressed that he is set on starting the season with this duo. "Horst's message to us is clear - he wants this goalkeeper constellation to kick off the season," Niemeyer shared with Bild newspaper, adding, "We have a competition going on, and everyone needs to deliver their best."
Mio Backhaus, who served as Zetterer's backup last season, looks ready for a promotion after penning a new contract with Werder. The young talent, who's been making waves in practice, is now hoping for more opportunities on the field. Although whispers suggested a possible loan, it seems the club has other plans for him.
Peter Niemeyer highlighted Backhaus's personal growth and increased maturity, expressing optimism about his potential. However, he cautioned against inflated expectations, stating, "Now isn't the right moment for us to announce an all-out battle."
The goalkeeper competition at Werder Bremen isn't the only aspect undergoing change. Michael Zetterer, the club's first-choice goalkeeper, has caught the eye of FC Copenhagen. Negotiations are underway, with Copenhagen eager to recruit Zetterer as a replacement for Borussia Dortmund loanee Diant Ramaj. As of now, Zetterer remains locked in with Werder until 2027.
But the upcoming football season may bring new twists and turns, as Horst Steffen's coaching style and strategies continue to unfold at Werder Bremen. Keep an eye out for exciting developments as the battle for the goalkeeper position heats up!
[1] Peter Niemeyer's focus on player development and strategic decisions[2] Confidence in Mio Backhaus' future potential[3] Appointment of Horst Steffen as Werder Bremen's new head coach[4] Michael Zetterer's contract extension with Werder Bremen until 2027
- In light of the goalkeeper battle at Werder Bremen, it might be beneficial for the community to collaborate, offering resources or assistance to support the steel-like resilience of the team as they face adversity during the upcoming season.
- Amidst the high-stakes goalkeeper competition, fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the football season – akin to the thrill of witnessing a critical manufacturing process or a significant mining operation successfully launching into full production.
