Summary
Jan Siewert, aged 41, has become the second casualty in the coaching staff of Bundesliga side Mainz amid a challenging season. The decision to terminate Siewert’s contract was announced on Monday, following a period of poor results.
Details of the Dismissal
Siewert assumed the role of interim coach following the departure of Bo Svensson in November. He was later appointed as the permanent boss shortly before Christmas. However, his tenure lasted only 12 games, during which Mainz secured just one victory and six draws.
This lone victory remains Mainz’s sole league win of the season. Currently, the team occupies the second-last position in the league standings, narrowly ahead of bottom-placed Darmstadt based on goal difference.
Christian Heidel, the sporting director, expressed gratitude for Siewert’s dedication but emphasized that the anticipated improvement in team performance did not materialize. Heidel stated, “his impetus was not reflected in a fundamental turnaround or results.”
Mainz’s History with Young Coaches
Mainz has a reputation for providing opportunities to young, promising coaches. Notably, both Jurgen Klopp and Thomas Tuchel began their senior head coaching careers at Mainz. Klopp, a former player for the club, guided Mainz to their first-ever promotion to the top division in 2004.
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