VfL Wolfsburg obliges Paul Simonis: New era begins!

VfL Wolfsburg obliges Paul Simonis: New era begins!

Wolfsburg, Deutschland - on June 19, 2025, it is official: VfL Wolfsburg chose Paul Simonis as the new head coach and the anticipation is great. The 40-year-old Dutch comes from the Go Ahead Eagles, where he led the team to a memorable cup victory with a lot of skill and passion. At the performance in July, Simonis will compete and build the coaching team with well -known support.

Simonis, who signed a contract by June 30, 2027, inherited Ralph Hasenhüttl. This was released two game days before the end of the past Bundesliga season, and the pressure on the new coach is therefore high. Peter Christiansen, Wolfsburg's sports director, emphasizes that Simonis fits perfectly into the requirement profile and he captured with his detailed way of working. "We are convinced that it brings a lot of energy and passion into the team," said Christiansen.

a successful start to the German league

already equipped with an impressive performance ID in the Dutch eredivisia, Simonis has a broad experience. Last season he led the Go Ahead Eagles to the cup victory in penalty shooting against AZ Alkmaar, which secured the first title of the club after 92 years. Before taking the lead at the Eagles, Simonis was active as an assistant coach at various clubs and spent 15 years in youth training at Sparta Rotterdam.

The coaching team around Simonis is completed by the experienced goalkeeper coach Pascal Formann as well as Tristan Berghuis, Peter van der Veen and Martin Darne. Teamwork and cohesion are central aspects that Simonis has always emphasized in his previous time. "The discussions with those responsible for the VfL were very positive and I am looking forward to the challenge in the Bundesliga," the new trainer shows optimistic.

squad planning and transfer attention

The wolves also eyeed an eye on interesting talents on the transfer market. The focus is currently on Maurits Kjaergaard from RB Salzburg. The 21-year-old Dane, who is currently playing at the club World Cup, is considered the ideal new addition. His contract at Salzburg is still running until 2028, and with a market value of around ten million euros, he could represent a lucrative investment for Wolfsburg, as stpauli24.mopo.de.

The coming season promises to be exciting, not only for the fans of VfL Wolfsburg, but also for all those interested in football in Germany. The course is set, and with Paul Simonis at the top, the team could soon find their way back to old strength. It remains to be seen how the plans develop in terms of the squad and which players will feel comfortable under Simonis ’direction.

Further information and updates to developments in the club can be found on the official website of VfL Wolfsburg vfL-wolfsburg.de as well TAG24.de.