Augsburg Parts Ways with Coach, Director
Coaching Departure at FC Augsburg
FC Augsburg has officially announced the departure of head coach Jess Thorup and sporting director Marinko Jurendic. This decision follows a disappointing end to the 2024/25 Bundesliga season, where the team faced four consecutive defeats, ultimately finishing in 12th place.
Future Direction of the Club
Augsburg’s managing director, Michael Ströll, expressed the difficulty of this decision and extended his gratitude to Thorup for his contributions to the team. He highlighted Thorup’s role in providing stability over the last two years while asserting the club’s need for new leadership to foster growth and development.
Potential Coaching Successor
Sandro Wagner, currently an assistant coach in Germany, emerges as a leading candidate to succeed Thorup. He is expected to be available after fulfilling his commitments with the national team following the Nations League Final Four tournament in June.
Restructuring Sporting Leadership
The decision to part ways with Jurendic reflects a comprehensive review of the club’s competitive strategy. Ströll emphasized that these changes aim to enhance Augsburg’s position for future success, while acknowledging Jurendic’s efforts during his tenure and wishing him well in future endeavors.
