Niko Kovač Extends Contract as Borussia Dortmund Coach to 2029
The extension rewards his turnaround of Dortmund, which averaged 2.15 points per game and moved from 11th to second under his leadership.
- On Tuesday, Borussia Dortmund extended head coach Niko Kovač's contract through June 2029, rewarding the Berlin-born Croatian for stabilizing the team after taking over when the club was 11th in the Bundesliga.
- Kovač assumed control in January 2025 when Dortmund was 11th in the German Bundesliga, subsequently guiding the club to fourth-place and second-place finishes while maintaining strong momentum this season.
- Dortmund managing director for sport Lars Ricken stated the extension is 'a clear sign of continuity and stability,' noting Kovač has 'consistently developed the team and enjoys great acceptance.'
- Club officials also extended the contracts of assistant coaches Robert Kovač and Filip Tapalović, with the coaching staff averaging 2.15 points per game in the Bundesliga, the best record under any coach.
- Previously managing Eintracht Frankfurt, Bayern Munich, Monaco, and Wolfsburg, the 54-year-old Kovač now leads the team into their upcoming Champions League match, seeking continued success under contract through 2029.
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The German football club Borussia Dortmund has extended the contract with head coach Niko Kovac until 30 June 2029, as the club announced on Tuesday.
Borussia Dortmund equips Niko Kovac with a multi-year contract. The club management praises the coach - and looks into the future.
Borussia Dortmund extends the contract with Niko Kovac prematurely until 30 June 2029. His two assistants Robert Kovac and Filip Tapalovic also remain.
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Niko Kovac remains with Borussia Dortmund in the long term. The 54-year-old signed a new working paper until summer 2029.
With Niko Kovač on the sideline, the BVB became vice champion last year and is currently second. This takes Dortmund as an opportunity to keep the coach even longer.
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