Werder Bremen secures a new managing coach following Werner's termination.
Werder Bremen Announces New Coach
Werder Bremen has reportedly found a successor for Ole Werner, who was released on Tuesday. According to multiple media outlets, Horst Steffen will assume the position. The 56-year-old coach of SV Elversberg has reportedly given his consent, with the release fee being the remaining detail to be finalized. Steffen's contract with Elversberg lasts until 2026.
Steffen, a native of Krefeld, had a narrow miss at Bundesliga promotion with Elversberg on Monday in the relegation playoff against 1. FC Heidenheim. The extra time decision sealed their fate. Steffen, previously linked to 1. FC Cologne, led Elversberg from the Regionalliga Southwest to the 2nd Bundesliga in just two years. Known for his ability to turn teams around and develop young talent, Steffen has been with Elversberg since 2018.
Werner's contract was not renewed in Bremen following his announcement.
Horst Steffen's coaching journey began with managing MSV Duisburg II from 2006 to 2008, followed by stints with Stuttgarter Kickers (2013-2015) and Preußen Münster (2015-2016). His tenure at Chemnitzer FC lasted from 2017 to early 2018.
At SV Elversberg, Steffen led the team on a remarkable journey, guiding them from the fourth tier to the 2. Bundesliga in a few years. During his time at Elversberg, the team reached the Bundesliga playoffs in the 2023/24 season, a significant achievement for the small club.
Steffen's strategic approach, emphasizing community engagement and tactical brilliance, could be instrumental in Werder Bremen's quest to improve its performance in the Bundesliga.
Horst Steffen, the coach of SV Elversberg, who recently took the team to the 2nd Bundesliga in two years, has been reported to assume the position at Werder Bremen. Despite missing promotion to the Bundesliga with Elversberg, Steffen's strategic approach and talent development skills may prove crucial in improving Werder Bremen's performance in European football leagues.
