Rouven Schröder should help Borussia Mönchengladbach quickly get out of the bottom of the table. He has already made an important decision about this.
The alarm sounds that were briefly heard when Rouven Schröder was introduced in Borussia Park were symbolic of the current sporting situation Borussia Monchengladbach. The Fohlenelf is currently in 17th place in the table, six games, no wins, only three draws. The situation seems threatening.
In order to change that, Schröder is taking over as the so-called “Head of Sports” to succeed the recently released Roland Virkus at Borussia. “I wanted to take advantage of this opportunity. I am fully convinced that I can tackle the task,” said the 49-year-old. The current table situation did not interest or influence his decision.
Polanski remains head coach – for now
The former sports director of Mainz 05, Schalke 04 and Red Bull Salzburg is supposed to calm the tense atmosphere in the club and, as a first step, lead the team into calmer waters. “First of all, it’s important that we prepare to get out of there again,” said Schröder somewhat awkwardly. Start of his job: Directly on Friday evening (10/17/2025, 8:30 p.m.) at the away game at Union Berlin.
His first important decision: Eugen Polanski will remain head coach for the time being. “I am convinced of the club and Eugen. A clear go for Eugen Polanski to be head coach. There is a positive general mood.” However, Schröder left it open how long the ex-player will be responsible for the sporting fortunes. “We don’t give ourselves a time frame.” Schröder also didn’t want to commit to a specific style of play for the Fohlenelf.
Clear focus
Schröder also directly described the path to the club’s near future. “The scouting needs to be done in order to be prepared for the winter transfer window,” said the new sports director. Schröder seems to be aware that the team needs reinforcements in order to be fully competitive.
The expectations from the club are clear. The new senior employee must clearly focus on the sportfocus on day-to-day business, free from managing director activities, said managing director Stefan Stegeman. “Full focus on day-to-day operations.”
Our sources:
- Borussia Mönchengladbach press conference
