Key Takeaways:
- Bayer Leverkusen officially named Kasper Hjulmand as their new head coach following swift negotiations lasting just over 24 hours
- Hjulmand is set to lead Bayer for their upcoming fixture against Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday evening
- Erik ten Hag was dismissed after managing the team for only three official matches, recording one win, one draw, and one loss
Bayer Act Quickly to Secure Hjulmand
Bayer Leverkusen have promptly filled their head coaching vacancy by appointing Kasper Hjulmand, formerly the boss of the Denmark national team. The club made the official announcement after rapidly concluding negotiations within a little over a day. The Leverkusen hierarchy were determined to resolve the managerial situation expediently, aiming to prevent any disruptions at the start of the new campaign and to maintain the squad’s focus at the BayArena.
🇩🇰 Welcome to Leverkusen, Kasper Hjulmand! ⚫️🔴 pic.twitter.com/gr93SwmBe0
— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) September 8, 2025
Change in the Dugout Following Ten Hag’s Short Stint
Kasper Hjulmand will step into his new role in time for Friday evening’s clash against Eintracht Frankfurt. He replaces Erik ten Hag, whose tenure with the “Aspirins” lasted only three official matches. While Bayer secured a convincing victory to progress to the next round of the German Cup under Ten Hag, their league form faltered, recording a draw and a defeat, which ultimately resulted in his dismissal.
Coaching Change: By the Numbers
| Outgoing Coach | Tenure (Matches) | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Erik ten Hag | 3 | 1 Win (German Cup), 1 Draw, 1 Loss (League) |
| Incoming Coach | Next Fixture | Appointment Timing |
| Kasper Hjulmand | Eintracht Frankfurt (Friday evening) | Agreement reached within just over 24 hours |
