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BBC News
25-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'Wimmer departure understandable and he is always welcome back'
I think that I speak on behalf of every Motherwell fan who opened social media or the BBC Sports app on Friday evening that the news of Michael Wimmer leaving was on no one's bingo card for how the end to the season could news blindsided fans, and with preseason weeks away, it is a vulnerable time to be looking for a being said, after reading the statement and realising Wimmer had to leave due to a sudden family emergency, it makes total sense, and I respect his decision as I know I would do the same thing if I were in his has made the right decision for his family, and that's what matters more than any career, be it in football or even in civilian life as reign brought us many good things, such as three points at Ibrox, Du Hast by Rammstein as pre-match music, and the most stylish manager in the top flight. It may have been short-lived, but they say good things never thank you for your efforts, Mr Wimmer, and please know that if the stars align, we would happily accept you back into our club with open arms.
Rhyl Journal
24-05-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Michael Wimmer leaves Motherwell to return to Germany for family reasons
Wimmer has been confirmed as manager of SSV Jahn Regensburg after the Steelmen accepted a compensation offer from the German third-tier club. Motherwell made major attempts to help Wimmer's family deal with being apart from the 44-year-old but another personal issue arose as the season came to a close which meant he felt he had to move home. A club statement revealed Wimmer had reached out to chairman Kyrk Macmillan and chief executive Brian Caldwell to explain he would like to stay in Germany after returning home this week. A statement added: 'Wimmer explained the reasons for wishing to accept the new role were predominantly due to major family issues that have recently arisen in Germany. We can confirm that Michael Wimmer has departed the club to become manager of German side SSV Jahn — Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) May 23, 2025 'Following extensive conversations with Michael, the club very reluctantly negotiated a compensation package with SSV Jahn Regensburg.' The former Austria Vienna manager said in a statement: 'I want to thank the board and all the staff at the club for the way they welcomed me to Scotland and also supported me so much from when I arrived in February. 'They have done everything to support me and my family during my time here. 'This has been an ongoing, extremely difficult position that I have found myself in, and the club have done all they could to support me during these challenging times, both whilst I was in post and while I have been back in Germany. 'I am sorry to all the Motherwell fans; the support you have shown me has been outstanding, and I have loved learning about this wonderful club. 'This decision was an extremely hard one for me to make. However, I have decided to move back home, as I need to put my family first and be with them, and I want to thank the board for the understanding shown through these challenging times. 'I hope the club can continue to progress next season. I really enjoyed the time I spent in Scotland. 'There are great people at the club who are ambitious and want the best for the club going forward. I only wish everyone at Motherwell FC the very best for the future.' Motherwell wished Wimmer and his family all the best and added that they would start the process of recruiting a new manager with immediate effect. Wimmer ended his short spell in charge unbeaten at Fir Park and with victory over Rangers at Ibrox to remember. He had the team pushing for the top six in the William Hill Premiership until the final moments before the split and they ran Hearts close for seventh place before finishing eighth. He won five of his 12 games in charge after succeeding Stuart Kettlewell, who stepped down in late January.
Leader Live
24-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
Michael Wimmer leaves Motherwell to return to Germany for family reasons
Wimmer has been confirmed as manager of SSV Jahn Regensburg after the Steelmen accepted a compensation offer from the German third-tier club. Motherwell made major attempts to help Wimmer's family deal with being apart from the 44-year-old but another personal issue arose as the season came to a close which meant he felt he had to move home. A club statement revealed Wimmer had reached out to chairman Kyrk Macmillan and chief executive Brian Caldwell to explain he would like to stay in Germany after returning home this week. A statement added: 'Wimmer explained the reasons for wishing to accept the new role were predominantly due to major family issues that have recently arisen in Germany. We can confirm that Michael Wimmer has departed the club to become manager of German side SSV Jahn — Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) May 23, 2025 'Following extensive conversations with Michael, the club very reluctantly negotiated a compensation package with SSV Jahn Regensburg.' The former Austria Vienna manager said in a statement: 'I want to thank the board and all the staff at the club for the way they welcomed me to Scotland and also supported me so much from when I arrived in February. 'They have done everything to support me and my family during my time here. 'This has been an ongoing, extremely difficult position that I have found myself in, and the club have done all they could to support me during these challenging times, both whilst I was in post and while I have been back in Germany. 'I am sorry to all the Motherwell fans; the support you have shown me has been outstanding, and I have loved learning about this wonderful club. 'This decision was an extremely hard one for me to make. However, I have decided to move back home, as I need to put my family first and be with them, and I want to thank the board for the understanding shown through these challenging times. 'I hope the club can continue to progress next season. I really enjoyed the time I spent in Scotland. 'There are great people at the club who are ambitious and want the best for the club going forward. I only wish everyone at Motherwell FC the very best for the future.' Motherwell wished Wimmer and his family all the best and added that they would start the process of recruiting a new manager with immediate effect. Wimmer ended his short spell in charge unbeaten at Fir Park and with victory over Rangers at Ibrox to remember. He had the team pushing for the top six in the William Hill Premiership until the final moments before the split and they ran Hearts close for seventh place before finishing eighth. He won five of his 12 games in charge after succeeding Stuart Kettlewell, who stepped down in late January.
North Wales Chronicle
24-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Chronicle
Michael Wimmer leaves Motherwell to return to Germany for family reasons
Wimmer has been confirmed as manager of SSV Jahn Regensburg after the Steelmen accepted a compensation offer from the German third-tier club. Motherwell made major attempts to help Wimmer's family deal with being apart from the 44-year-old but another personal issue arose as the season came to a close which meant he felt he had to move home. A club statement revealed Wimmer had reached out to chairman Kyrk Macmillan and chief executive Brian Caldwell to explain he would like to stay in Germany after returning home this week. A statement added: 'Wimmer explained the reasons for wishing to accept the new role were predominantly due to major family issues that have recently arisen in Germany. We can confirm that Michael Wimmer has departed the club to become manager of German side SSV Jahn — Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) May 23, 2025 'Following extensive conversations with Michael, the club very reluctantly negotiated a compensation package with SSV Jahn Regensburg.' The former Austria Vienna manager said in a statement: 'I want to thank the board and all the staff at the club for the way they welcomed me to Scotland and also supported me so much from when I arrived in February. 'They have done everything to support me and my family during my time here. 'This has been an ongoing, extremely difficult position that I have found myself in, and the club have done all they could to support me during these challenging times, both whilst I was in post and while I have been back in Germany. 'I am sorry to all the Motherwell fans; the support you have shown me has been outstanding, and I have loved learning about this wonderful club. 'This decision was an extremely hard one for me to make. However, I have decided to move back home, as I need to put my family first and be with them, and I want to thank the board for the understanding shown through these challenging times. 'I hope the club can continue to progress next season. I really enjoyed the time I spent in Scotland. 'There are great people at the club who are ambitious and want the best for the club going forward. I only wish everyone at Motherwell FC the very best for the future.' Motherwell wished Wimmer and his family all the best and added that they would start the process of recruiting a new manager with immediate effect. Wimmer ended his short spell in charge unbeaten at Fir Park and with victory over Rangers at Ibrox to remember. He had the team pushing for the top six in the William Hill Premiership until the final moments before the split and they ran Hearts close for seventh place before finishing eighth. He won five of his 12 games in charge after succeeding Stuart Kettlewell, who stepped down in late January.
Glasgow Times
23-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Michael Wimmer leaves Motherwell to return to Germany for family reasons
Wimmer has been confirmed as manager of SSV Jahn Regensburg after the Steelmen accepted a compensation offer from the German third-tier club. Motherwell made major attempts to help Wimmer's family deal with being apart from the 44-year-old but another personal issue arose as the season came to a close which meant he felt he had to move home. A club statement revealed Wimmer had reached out to chairman Kyrk Macmillan and chief executive Brian Caldwell to explain he would like to stay in Germany after returning home this week. A statement added: 'Wimmer explained the reasons for wishing to accept the new role were predominantly due to major family issues that have recently arisen in Germany. We can confirm that Michael Wimmer has departed the club to become manager of German side SSV Jahn — Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) May 23, 2025 'Following extensive conversations with Michael, the club very reluctantly negotiated a compensation package with SSV Jahn Regensburg.' The former Austria Vienna manager said in a statement: 'I want to thank the board and all the staff at the club for the way they welcomed me to Scotland and also supported me so much from when I arrived in February. 'They have done everything to support me and my family during my time here. 'This has been an ongoing, extremely difficult position that I have found myself in, and the club have done all they could to support me during these challenging times, both whilst I was in post and while I have been back in Germany. Wimmer and Andy Halliday celebrate victory at Ibrox (Andrew Milligan/PA) 'I am sorry to all the Motherwell fans; the support you have shown me has been outstanding, and I have loved learning about this wonderful club. 'This decision was an extremely hard one for me to make. However, I have decided to move back home, as I need to put my family first and be with them, and I want to thank the board for the understanding shown through these challenging times. 'I hope the club can continue to progress next season. I really enjoyed the time I spent in Scotland. 'There are great people at the club who are ambitious and want the best for the club going forward. I only wish everyone at Motherwell FC the very best for the future.' Motherwell wished Wimmer and his family all the best and added that they would start the process of recruiting a new manager with immediate effect. Michael Wimmer leaves Scotland with five wins under his belt (Andrew Milligan/PA) Wimmer ended his short spell in charge unbeaten at Fir Park and with victory over Rangers at Ibrox to remember. He had the team pushing for the top six in the William Hill Premiership until the final moments before the split and they ran Hearts close for seventh place before finishing eighth. He won five of his 12 games in charge after succeeding Stuart Kettlewell, who stepped down in late January.
