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Leipzig appoints Martín Demichelis as new head coach through 2028

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Leipzig appoints Martín Demichelis as new head coach through 2028
Summary

RB Leipzig named former Argentina defender Martín Demichelis as their new head coach, succeeding Ole Werner who was recently dismissed. Demichelis signed a contract that runs until June 2028. The decision follows Leipzig's need for a fresh approach despite a solid third-place finish in the Bundesliga last season. Demichelis, who previously managed Mallorca and led River Plate to a league title, aims to instill a bold and intense playing style at Leipzig. He expressed a strong commitment to building on the club's existing foundations.

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By the Numbers
  • •Martín Demichelis replaces Ole Werner as Leipzig's head coach.
  • •Demichelis signed a contract lasting until June 2028.
  • •Leipzig finished third in the Bundesliga last season.
  • •Demichelis previously managed Mallorca and River Plate.
  • •He aims to develop a bold, intense playing style at Leipzig.
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What they're saying
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Leipzig has hired former Argentina defender Martín Demichelis as coach to succeed Ole Werner, whom the club surprisingly fired last week. The 45-year-old Demichelis signed a contract through June 2028, Leipzig said on Monday. Demichelis was previously in charge of Mallorca, which was relegated from La Liga last season.

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RB Leipzig have signed Martín Demichelis as coach on a two-year contract in succession of Ole Werner, the Bundesliga club said on Monday. Former Argentina and Bayern Munich defender Demichelis, 45, was reportedly the preferred candidate at last season's third-place finishers.

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By Ben McFadyean.After dismissing Ole Werner on Wednesday, two-time DFB Pokal winners RB Leipzig have now picked Martín Demichelis to succeed the former Werder Bremen manager. Demichelis, who last ma...

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