Horst Steffen becomes the new coach of Werder Bremen-ÖFB trio under him!

Horst Steffen becomes the new coach of Werder Bremen-ÖFB trio under him!

Bremen, Deutschland - SV Werder Bremen has signed Horst Steffen as the new head coach. The change was officially confirmed on Thursday. Steffen, who was considered a candidate for the successor to Ole Werner, signed a contract until summer 2028. The transfer fee for the 49-year-old is according to information from sky at 350,000 euros.

Steffen has a comprehensive trainer experience after working at SV Elversberg in the past seven years and led the association from the regional league to the 2nd Bundesliga. He is optimistic about his new challenge at SV Werder Bremen and expresses that the request is great recognition for his previous work. According to Steffen, the management of the association has great confidence in the team that has a lot of potential.

The ÖFB players in focus

In the Werder Bremen squad, there are also three Austrian players: Marco Friedl, Marco Grüll and Romano Schmid. All three are part of the ÖFB national team and should contribute to the positive development of the team under Steffens. Clemens Fritz, Managing Director of Football at Werder Bremen, praises Steffen for his human and professional qualities. He underlines the intention to establish an attractive and offensive style of play.

Steffen played a total of 207 Bundesliga and 75 second division games in his career, including for Bayer Uerdingen, Borussia Mönchengladbach and MSV Duisburg. His stations also include engagements at the Chemnitz FC, Stuttgart Kickers and Prussia Münster as well as activities in the young people in Borussia Mönchengladbach and MSV Duisburg.

The team in change

The new season promises an exciting phase for SV Werder Bremen. Although the team has been reorganized for the 2018/2019 season after closing the transfer window, the current focus is on the development under Steffen. In the past time, some players who see no future will no longer see the club and thus clear the way for new things.

Steffen brings a breath of fresh air and intends to develop the team further and make them competitive in the Bundesliga. Werder Bremen's responsible persons are convinced that the positive development can also be continued under Steffen's management. With a clear focus on team leadership and attractive football, the team is optimistic about the future.