Coach changes and salary considerations: A look at the future of the Bundesliga!

Coach changes and salary considerations: A look at the future of the Bundesliga!

In the discussion about coaching contracts within the German football scene, questions arise again and again about the salary level and the affordability of international coaches. So reported 90minuten.at that the current salary level in the Bundesliga seems unrealistic for some coaches. In a country where coaches like Stöger celebrated success, the assessment of their past in other leagues, such as Austria, is also questioned.

A key change in the club's structure recently occurred with the separation from Mr. Knipping, which took place after about a year and a half. Although Knipping is recognized for its strengths in controlling and cost efficiency, the club's management saw the need to focus more on sponsorship and the business community. This decision came as a surprise to many and sparked speculation about internal processes.

Internal restructuring and its consequences

It is important to emphasize that the internal restructuring in the club has now been completed. These were not fundamental changes, but rather a closer approach to existing challenges. Wrabetz, a central figure in the club's management, emphasized that the Knipping chapter has been carefully closed. Despite differing opinions among fans and members, their influence on everyday decisions is seen as rather overestimated. Strategic decisions are made by the executive committee, while operational decisions are made by the management and work with the team is led by the coach.

In the context of the financial and economic importance of football in Germany, a current study by dfl.de interesting insights. This McKinsey study, published on September 24, 2020, shows that football's total value added has increased to 11 billion euros, an increase of 39 percent over five years. Such key figures not only illustrate the economic relevance of football, but also the increase in full-time positions in this sector to 127,000, with an increase of 17,000.

Tax revenue and future development

Furthermore, the study shows that state revenue from economic activities in football has increased to 3.7 billion euros in taxes and duties, which represents an increase of 50 percent. These financial aspects are important not only for the Bundesliga, but for the entire German economy.

The current developments within the clubs and the economic data from the study shed interesting light on the challenges and opportunities facing German football. The question remains as to how the coaching landscape and the economic conditions will develop in the coming years.