Stephan Schippers surprisingly resigns as managing director of Borussia

Stephan Schippers surprisingly resigns as managing director of Borussia

The decision of Stephan Schippers, Managing Director of Borussia Mönchengladbach, withdraws, throws a shadow on the sporting future of the club. The resignation, which was announced on August 9, 2024, came as a surprise for many because he was a pillar of Borussia and had been working for the club in various functions for 25 years

a moving career

Schippers started his career at Borussia Mönchengladbach and experienced numerous ups and downs, including descent and moving into the Champions League. His resignation not only stands for a personal new beginning, but also leaves a gap that will be difficult to fill.

strategic planning of the farewell

If you use the background of his withdrawal, it becomes clear that Schippers thoroughly considered this decision. He started planning his farewell over two years ago and felt that this was necessary to make Borussia Mönchengladbach future -proof. "My wish was always to see at some point in the middle of life," he said.

a quiet farewell

sympathy for the club

rumors about a change to another club or association, Schipper's decidedly rejected. "My club is Borussia," he emphasized, making his long -term connection to the club. This shows that his resignation was not motivated by internal conflicts or offers from other clubs, but was a step that he wanted to control himself.

The future of Borussia Mönchengladbach

The question that many fans now concerns is the future orientation of the club without a Schipper. His resignation could bring both challenges and opportunities for Borussia Mönchengladbach. It remains to be seen how the club will tackle the next phase and whether they will be able to continue the successful course that Schippers helped to shape.

Schippers emphasized that his resignation did not result from inconsistencies. "If there had been Zoff behind the scenes, others had now said goodbye," he said. These words could be comfort for fans who want stability and a positive orientation of the association.

Stephan Schippers leaves Borussia Mönchengladbach as an important personality in his history, and it remains to be hoped that his heir will continue to live in the club and that the foals will continue to celebrate the successes that they have achieved under his leadership.