Werder Bremen Appoints Daniel Thioune as New Head Coach in Bid to Escape Relegation

Werder Bremen has appointed Daniel Thioune as their new head coach, aiming to rescue the team from a dire Bundesliga situation. The announcement came just 72 hours after the dismissal of former coach Horst Steffen, with Daniel Thioune stepping in to lead the club in their fight against relegation.

Thioune, who has no prior Bundesliga experience, brings a strong coaching background from the 2. Bundesliga. He began his managerial career in 2017 at Osnabrück and later held coaching roles at Hamburg and Fortuna Düsseldorf, gaining valuable experience in relegation battles. This track record influenced Werder Bremen’s decision amid their current struggles.

The club’s general manager Clemens Fritz emphasized that Thioune’s football philosophy and approach were key factors in their choice. Fritz expressed confidence in Thioune’s ability to turn around the team’s fortunes, stating that the club believes he can help achieve a positive change. Thioune himself expressed excitement and optimism about working with the players and pursuing the club's goals.

Currently, Werder Bremen sits precariously in 15th place on the Bundesliga table, just one point above the relegation zone, and has gone ten games without a win. Thioune’s first test as head coach will come on February 6, 2026, when Bremen faces SC Freiburg. Prior to appointing Thioune, the club reportedly considered other candidates, including Bo Svensson and Bo Henriksen, but were unable to finalize agreements with them.

While the exact duration of Thioune’s contract remains undisclosed, his appointment signals a fresh start for Werder Bremen amid a challenging season. The club and its fans will now look to Thioune’s leadership to help reverse the team's downward trajectory and stave off relegation threats.