Overview
- Erik Ten Hag was officially dismissed after Bayer Leverkusen collected one point from two Bundesliga matches amid reported frictions with parts of the hierarchy and squad.
- Contacts have been initiated via an intermediary to gauge Motta’s interest in succeeding Ten Hag, with no agreement reported.
- Thiago Motta remains under contract with Juventus until June 30, 2027, following his March dismissal after a 3-0 defeat to Fiorentina.
- Juventus would reduce its wage bill by roughly €15 million gross if Motta and his staff took the Leverkusen job, according to Tuttosport.
- Dario Canovi, Motta’s agent, said the coach has received several offers and will wait for the right project, while a Leverkusen appointment would quickly bring a Champions League meeting with PSV in matchday two.