Baumgart in front of comeback: Union Berlin is looking for the new trainer!

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Steffen Baumgart ist der heiße Kandidat für die Trainerposition bei Union Berlin. Dringende Gespräche beginnen vor dem Rückrundenstart.
Steffen Baumgart is the hot candidate for the coaching position at Union Berlin. Urgent discussions begin before the second half of the season. (Symbolbild/NAGW)

The 1st FC Union Berlin faces a decisive turn in his coaching question. After the surprising departure of Bo Svensson, the club urgently needs a new head on the sidelines. The former player Steffen Baumgart applies according to Berlin Live as the hottest candidate post. Since his departure at Hamburger SV on November 24th, the 52-year-old has been on the market and ensures conversation. Baumgart, who achieved cult status at Union Berlin in his active days, now seems to be a comeback in the coaching office, especially since the talks between the parties are considered advanced.

Union Berlin will now be under pressure because the start of the second half of the season on January 19 against Mainz 05 is just around the corner. The team was recently unable to win nine competitive games under Svensson, which underlines the urgency of a quick solution. According to Aussiedler Bote also considers Torsten Mattuschka Baumgart to be suitable candidates who embodies "Das Union-Dna". He emphasizes that the fans would love his style and Baumgart would fit well into the concept.

The Situation around the new trainer

In addition to Baumgart, other names such as Oliver Glasner, Mirko Slomka and even the former national coach Hansi Flick and Jogi Löw are brought into play. Mattuschka describes the challenge that lies in front of the new trainer and emphasizes that this should be "normal" to ensure a successful and quiet future. Union Berlin has an urgent need for action, especially since the club is currently at the end of the table and is looking for a clear game concept.

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