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Martin Demichelis becomes leading candidate to coach RB Leipzig

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 2:18 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Martin Demichelis becomes leading candidate to coach RB Leipzig
Summary

Martin Demichelis has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Ole Werner as head coach of RB Leipzig. Despite helping the team secure a Champions League spot, Werner's departure has been confirmed by club officials including Oliver Mintzlaff. Demichelis, 45, previously managed Real Mallorca in LaLiga but is finalizing his exit from the club. He has experience in top leagues, winning titles with River Plate and FC Bayern. The decision on his appointment is expected soon.

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Key Details
  • •Demichelis is finalizing his departure from Real Mallorca.
  • •Werner led RB Leipzig to the Champions League but is no longer the coach.
  • •Demichelis previously won league titles with River Plate and FC Bayern.
  • •The club's leadership is involved in the decision-making process.
Latest Updates
  • 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Reports: Demichelis set to replace Werner as RB Leipzig coach
  • 2:18 PMYahoo Sports — Martin Demichelis emerges as top candidate to replace Ole Werner at RB Leipzig
What they're saying
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RB Leipzig coach Ole Werner is set to be replaced by Argentinian Martin Demichelis despite returning the club to the Champions League, Spanish and German media reports said on Friday. Former Bayern Munich player and youth coach Demichelis has been in charge of Mallorca since February but could not prevent their relegation from the Spanish top flight.

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Martin Demichelis has appeared to be the top candidate to replace Ole Werner at RB Leipzig. Werner returned the RedBull-backed club to Champions League, but Sky understand a decision has now been made...

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