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RB Leipzig parts ways with head coach Ole Werner after Champions League return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:50 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

RB Leipzig parts ways with head coach Ole Werner after Champions League return

Summary

RB Leipzig announced the departure of head coach Ole Werner on June 18, 2026, just after guiding the team back to the UEFA Champions League. The decision comes following an analysis of the season conducted by Leipzig's Head of Soccer, Jürgen Klopp, who stated that while Werner did a commendable job, a change was necessary for future challenges. Reports indicate that Leipzig is in final negotiations with Martín Demichelis for the head coaching position, with potential contract terms extending through June 2028. An exit clause of €2.5 million is expected to be activated once an agreement is reached.

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•Ole Werner sacked on June 18, 2026, after Champions League qualification.
•Jürgen Klopp emphasized the need for change despite Werner's achievements.
•Leipzig is negotiating with Martín Demichelis for a new head coach.
•An exit clause of €2.5 million will be activated upon agreement.

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Ole Werner had just guided RB Leipzig back into the UEFA Champions League for the upcoming campaign but securing a return to European football in his first season in charge wasn’t enough to guarante...
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