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BBC News
27-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Well chairman calls for unity amid 'intense' period
Motherwell chairman Kyrk Macmillan has called for unity amid an "intense" period after an "urgent" family matter resulted in manager Michael Wimmer leaving the says Wimmer's exit to return to Germany and join SSV Jahn Regensburg "was a shock for everybody" on the process of recruiting Wimmer in February, Macmillan says there was a "very open conversation about personal circumstances" and the Well board "enquired about what the plans were with family".However, "new developments" in Wimmer's personal life meant the former Austria Vienna boss wanted to return to his homeland after just three months at Fir Park."It's been intense," Macmillan added. "We had a conversation with Michael a couple of days before the [final game of the season]."There was a lot to take in form his side, a lot of new developments in Michael's personal life back in Germany. "We looked at a number of options for Michael to stay, he was ultimately happy here. It transpired it wasn't possible for him to fully focus on Motherwell, and at the same time he wanted to take care of his family in Germany."Macmillian confirmed assistant coach Ahmet Koc, who joined with Wimmer, is "delighted to be in Scotland" and "wants to continue" his the Fir Park chairman revealed the club are "right at the beginning" of the process to recruit a new adds that the board will follow the same data-influenced procedure that led them to Wimmer.
BBC News
26-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Well to play Twente during pre-season trip to Netherlands
Motherwell will return to the Netherlands for their pre-season preparations for the third year in team will travel out to their Delden-based camp on 25 June and will play two friendlies in Beckum before returning home a week Fir Park side will face Eredivisie club FC Twente on 1 July, with their opponent for their first match on 28 June yet to be confirmed."Supporter entry and ticket pricing will be confirmed in due course," Motherwell say in a Lanarkshire side remain managerless following the shock exit of Michael Wimmer, who left to join German third-tier outfit SSV Jahn Regensburg last means the club have a month to find a new first-team boss before the team are due to go abroad for their pre-season camp.
Daily Record
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Motherwell fans react to Michael Wimmer exit as move branded 'totally unprofessional'
Supporters have had their say after Wimmer made a shock exit yesterday, citing 'major family reasons' Stunned Motherwell fans have reacted with a mixture of anger and sympathy after Michael Wimmer announced he was quitting the club for a return to Germany yesterday. Wimmer's tenure as boss lasted just 12 games and he has cited 'major family reasons' for his decision to join German third tier side SSV Jahn Regensburg. But the swift exit hasn't gone down well with some sections of the Fir Park faithful on social media. Derek Mitchell said: 'Very disappointing news, I suspect he got an offer which he could refuse and it would mean being home with his family (although I suspect he'll be working all the time even back in Germany). I hope the club doesn't plump for journey man manager who's 'knows the Scottish game'.' Allan McSorely posted: "That's totally unprofessional from him. Should never have took the job on if he wasn't sure about staying in Scotland.' James Hosie stated: "Definitely has done the dirty on Motherwell. Really poor. Shouldn't have taken the job in the first place if Scotland wasn't for him, and if he was going to be far from his family." Colin Atherton said: 'This is incredibly disappointing and sounds like the club have had warning this was on the cards. We now find ourselves looking for a new manager at the same time as Killie and Dundee. Walking straight into another job is poor. Gutted.' Fan account @mfc1886898 posted: "Shouldn't of taken job in first place if wasn't confident he was in it for the long run. Poor show, back to square one it feels." However, others were more sympathetic, with Peter Elder saying: 'That's a major disappointment, especially with so much work required to overhaul the squad. Was looking forward to what we could achieve under him, but family comes first.' Gary Smith posted: 'If being closer to home is what it needs then so be it. Big difference from the top tier in Scotland to the 3rd tier in Germany. At least we have a recent list of applicants, so hopefully we have a head start over Killie and Dundee in a replacement. Rollercoaster goes on .' Fan @jamesymfc commented: "Was looking forward to the season ahead too under Wimmer but if it is family reasons then family always comes first. Wish him the best of luck." And @lynneb20 said: "Of course, it's disappointing, and I was really looking forward to what he would bring to the club. But in the end, family comes first. I only wish him and his family well."
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.
The Herald Scotland
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Motherwell confirm shock departure of manager Michael Wimmer
Motherwell "very reluctantly" agreed to negotiate a compensation package for the manager who leaves after just three months in charge. Wimmer's exit comes as a result of "major family issues" back in Germany. Wimmer said of his surprise exit: '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.' A club statement confirmed: "We can confirm that Michael Wimmer has departed the club to become manager of German side SSV Jahn Regensburg. "After the final match of the 2024/25 season, Wimmer travelled back home to Germany. He reached out to the Chairman and Chief Executive of the club to inform them that he would like to remain in Germany to take up a position as manager of 3. Liga side SSV Jahn Regensburg. "Wimmer explained the reasons for wishing to accept the new role were predominantly due to major family issues that have recently arisen in Germany. "Following extensive conversations with Michael, the club very reluctantly negotiated a compensation package with SSV Jahn Regensburg. "The Club wishes Michael and his family the best going forward. "The Club will now start the process of recruiting a new manager with immediate effect. "The Club will be making no further comment at this time."
