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The Courier
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Courier
Jordan McGhee unveiled as Motherwell player after Dundee exit
Jordan McGhee has completed his move to Motherwell after his six years at Dundee came to an end. Popular at Dens Park, McGhee played a key role in two promotions including the Championship title-winning season in 2023. However, family reasons have seen him make the switch to Premiership rivals Motherwell where he has signed a two-year deal. The Steelmen also have the option of a further year extension. The player posted a short message on social media with the simple emojis of an orange heart and home. McGhee's final season at Dens Park saw him score the club's Goal of the Season, one of two strikes in a memorable 4-2 win at rivals Dundee United. He was also the Dee Player's Player of the Year in 2019/20 and scored 21 goals in 197 appearances for the Dark Blues.
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.
