Cash, athletes, upcoming potential - The boss's actions could threaten the club's safety.
The hunt for a sporting director at 1. FC Nürnberg is arguably the most crucial decision the club has faced in recent times. Due to a generous transfer income (estimated at around 18 million euros), with only 4-5 million euros allocated for new players, the team may have its last chance to reclaim its spot in the Bundesliga in the foreseeable future. The right person could make all the difference.
However, the club's specified criteria for the position - a young, up-and-coming, and modern sports director with a broad skill set - but minimal experience could be risky. In the past, things have not turned out positively for newcomers.
In the past: - Robert Palikuca (45) and his successor Dieter Hecking (59) occupied this position at FCN. Although the team experienced stagnation with a near-relegation and average finishes (most recently ending 14th and currently 12th).
Time is quickly running out for the right candidate to be appointed. The delay could constrain the sports director's ability to bring in new ideas and proposals. Finding the right balance between innovation and maintaining stability is vital.
This summer, 1. FC Nürnberg has an excellent chance to bounce back but how much risk are the decision-makers willing to take?
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Source: symclub.org