Bierhoff in Running for Sporting Director Role at Hamburger SV

Possible Appointment for the Former National Team Chief

Reports indicate that Oliver Bierhoff is being considered for the open sporting director position at Bundesliga club Hamburger SV. According to Hamburger Morgenpost, the 57-year-old is interested in taking on this role as the club looks to fill the gap left by Stefan Kuntz.

Bierhoff’s Background

Bierhoff held the position of managing director for the German national team until the end of 2022 and has been without a club since then. Notably, he has a connection to Hamburg, having played for the team during the late 1980s.

Other Candidates for the Position

In addition to Bierhoff, several other individuals are also being considered for the role. These include Ralf Rangnick, Jonas Boldt, Fabian Wohlgemuth, and Sebastian Kehl.

Context of the Departure

The previous sporting director, Kuntz, departed suddenly amid serious misconduct allegations against him.