RB Leipzig has parted ways with coach Ole Werner. The 38-year-old had only joined the Bundesliga team last year.

What happened?

Ole Werner has made his first statement on his departure from RB Leipzig in a post on LinkedIn. The club had decided to go into the next season with a new coach.

Why is this important for RB Leipzig?

The departure of Ole Werner comes as a surprise, as the coach had reached the Champions League in the previous season and had driven the team's rebuild forward.

What's next?

Martin Demichelis is being touted as Ole Werner's successor. The former Bayern defender is set to receive a contract until 2028. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 3rd in Bundesliga, 65 points, 20 wins, 5 draws, 9 losses | | Goals this season | 66 scored, 47 conceded (+19 goal difference) | | Title race | 24 points behind leaders Bayern München |

Current situation

RB Leipzig currently sits in 3rd place in the Bundesliga, 24 points behind leaders Bayern München. The team has scored 66 goals and conceded 47 in the previous season.

Injuries and absences

Currently, V. Gebel, D. Raum, A. Thomas, and L. Zingerle are injured and out of action.