Horst Steffen takes over as a new coach: fresh wind for Werder Bremen!

Horst Steffen takes over as a new coach: fresh wind for Werder Bremen!

Bremen, Deutschland - Horst Steffen is the new head coach of SV Werder Bremen - that's certain! The club officially introduced the 47-year-old, just two days after Ole Werner was released from his tasks. Steffen comes from SV Elversberg and signed a contract until 2028. With a transfer fee between 300,000 and 350,000 euros, Werder Bremen did a good business, especially in view of Steffens of impressive balance sheet: he led Elversberg from the regional league to third place in the 2nd Bundesliga. But how is it going now?

"I'm really looking forward to the task here in Bremen," said Steffen at his imagination. He truly feels honored that Werder wanted him. After all, the appreciation of those responsible and the clear future plans of the association were decisive factors for his promise. Bremen has developed well in the Bundesliga in the past three years, and Steffen sees a lot of potential in the team.

personal responsibility and trust

When asked whether he was informing himself with his predecessor Ole Werner, Steffen replied that he had not yet done it and did not want this for the time being. "I want to create my own perception," said Steffen. He prefers to rely on his own impressions. He shows that a restart is important for him and the team.

Before Steffen moved to Bremen, he was active in different clubs, including at Chemnitzer FC and at the Stuttgart Kickers and Prussia Münster. He also has a career as a player with 207 Bundesliga and 75 second division games. This experience can prove to be in the spotlight when it comes to promoting good chemistry within the team.

A look into the future

Steffen should also be known for his ability to promote young talents. Among other things, he looked after Nick Woltemade during his time in Elversberg. Such an engagement for the development of young players can only benefit SV Werder Bremen if you see how important young players are in modern football.

"Our goal is to continue the development together with the players," he added. This gives hope for the upcoming challenges in the Bundesliga, where the competition is known to be hard. First of all, his official performance will be expected next Monday, and the anticipation is already noticeable.

With the commitment of Horst Steffen, Werder Bremen has set important course for the future. Now it remains to be seen which impulses the new coach can set to bring the team forward.

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