RB Leipzig is parting ways with coach Ole Werner. The Bundesliga club announced the separation after Werner led the team back to the Champions League in the previous season.

What happened?

Ole Werner had a contract with RB Leipzig until 2027, but the club's management decided to part ways. The reason for this is unknown, but it is speculated that global football chief Jürgen Klopp may have played a role in this decision.

Why is this important for RB Leipzig?

The separation from Ole Werner means a significant loss for the club. Werner had a good record during his time at RB Leipzig and led the team back to the Champions League. The question now is who will be his successor.

What's next?

According to media reports, former Bayern pro Martín Demichelis is set to take over the coaching job. However, Demichelis has just been relegated from the first Spanish league with RCD Mallorca. It remains to be seen if he is the right man for the job.

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2025/263rd65

RB Leipzig is currently in 3rd place in the Bundesliga with 65 points. The recent results have not been good - the last two games were lost. It remains to be seen how the team will perform in the next season.

The current league standing is: - League standing: 3rd in Bundesliga, 65 pts, 20W-5D-9L from 34 games, recent form LWLWW. - Goals this season: 66 scored, 47 conceded (+19 goal difference). - Title race: 24 points behind leaders Bayern München. - Last result: SC Freiburg 4-1 RB Leipzig (2026-05-16). - Recent form (last 5): 2W-0D-3L (LLWWL, most recent first); lost the last 2.