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Michael Wimmer Leaves Jahn Regensburg to Join Holstein Kiel as Assistant Coach

Holstein Kiel had planned his arrival alongside Tim Walter’s appointment.

Overview

  • SSV Jahn Regensburg and Wimmer ended his deal by mutual consent after he repeatedly asked to depart for a new challenge during the second half of the season.
  • Assistant Munier Raychouni takes the touchline for Saturday’s match at 1. FC Saarbrücken as the club begins its search for a new head coach.
  • Kiel unveiled Wimmer as part of Tim Walter’s staff, with sporting director Olaf Rebbe saying his addition was envisioned when Walter was hired in late February.
  • Wimmer reunites with Walter after collaborating at VfB Stuttgart and brings Bundesliga experience from Augsburg and Stuttgart, including an interim spell leading VfB in 2022.
  • Regensburg sits 11 points clear of the 3. Liga relegation places, whereas Kiel is 17th in the 2. Bundesliga after a draw and a defeat under Walter.