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Borussia Dortmund announces Niko Kovac as club’s new manager

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, | Updated: January 30, 2025
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Borussia Dortmund's newly appointed manager Niko Kovac

    Key Takeaways

  • Niko Kovač has been appointed as Borussia Dortmund’s new head coach, replacing Nuri Sahin
  • Kovač has signed a contract until June 30, 2026, and will make his debut against Heidenheim on Sunday
  • His coaching staff includes Robert Kovač and Filip Tapalović, as Dortmund prepares for the Bundesliga, Champions League, and Club World Cup

Niko Kovač has been officially named the new head coach of Borussia Dortmund. The 53-year-old former Croatian international replaces Nuri Şahin, who was dismissed last week following Dortmund’s Champions League defeat to Bologna.

Kovač has signed a contract until June 30, 2026, and will take charge of his first match on Sunday against Heidenheim. His coaching staff includes his brother, Robert Kovač, and Filip Tapalović.

“The discussions with Lars Ricken (Borussia’s sporting director) were very constructive, with the necessary depth, clarity, and understanding of the situation. Everyone involved at Borussia gave us a very positive impression, so I am convinced that we can achieve a lot together in the future. Our first task is to bring determination and hard work to represent Borussia Dortmund in the best possible way in the Bundesliga, Champions League, and the Club World Cup this summer. We approach this challenge with full commitment and focus” Kovač told the club’s official website.

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