Where is Sandro Wagner headed?

Sandro Wagner is ending his role as assistant coach of the national team because he wants to become head coach of a club. Several clubs are offering the opportunity.

After the Nations League Final Four tournament in June, it's over for Sandro Wagner. The assistant coach of the German national team will leave the DFB and join a club as head coach for the new season—at least, that's his wish. According to Sky, TSG Hoffenheim was initially rumored as his first stop, but he reportedly turned this down after negotiations.

According to Wagner, other clubs have also expressed interest in him. In recent weeks, there have been " constant inquiries from clubs ," Wagner said on social media.

Fortunately for him, there are currently a few positions available in the Bundesliga.

At Bayer Leverkusen, Sandro Wagner would likely face the most difficult task. Xabi Alonso will be leaving the club after a highly successful spell.

Given the successes of recent years, crowned by the first championship in the club's history and the double, Wagner would be following in huge footsteps. Expectations would be enormous. The goal is likely to be nothing less than another championship.

For Wagner, who so far only has experience as head coach at regional league club Unterhaching, this could be a step too far. However, Alonso was also a risk candidate two years ago, before he was able to assert himself with his youthful, dynamic style. Young coaching talents are also no longer a rarity – see Sebastian Hoeneß in Stuttgart or Julian Nagelsmann in various coaching positions. Another point that could speak in Wagner's favor: DFB sporting director Rudi Völler thinks highly of him: " He also played a decisive role in our team's inspiring performance." Völler, once sporting director and managing director of sport at Bayer, still maintains good contacts in Leverkusen and could possibly still influence the coaching decision.

RB Leipzig has parted ways with coach Marco Rose after a disappointing run of performances. Zsolt Löw will remain on the sidelines until the end of the season. But after that?

Like Leverkusen, Leipzig is a club with high aspirations. Sixth place is already considered a disappointment, and they harbor title ambitions. Hiring Wagner would be a risk, which would mean stress and pressure for the inexperienced coach. However, Leipzig seems to need a shake-up to build on the successes of recent years. Perhaps Wagner's expressive presence and his energetic and spirited style would be the right solution to the problem.

Following Ralph Hasenhüttl's departure from VfL Wolfsburg, Daniel Bauer has taken over the coaching position on an interim basis. The position could become vacant again after the season.

For Wagner, this would be a much easier task, at least on paper. Like TSG Hoffenheim, VfL Wolfsburg isn't a top club and therefore tends to offer a less stressful environment. It could be a good place for the inexperienced Wagner to gain further experience. Besides, things can only get better for the "Wolves" after this season. Success would be easier and more likely. However, some media outlets are already reporting that a signing of Wagner is unlikely.

A position in the second division could also make sense for Wagner. At an ambitious club, he would gain valuable experience for a top-flight club. With his open and extroverted nature, he could, for example, bring back the passion that has been lost at recently struggling traditional clubs like Cologne, Schalke, or Hertha. However, Wagner has made it clear that his goal is the Bundesliga.

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