Nagelsmann is probably hesitant after the DFB offer – FC Bayern rejects severance pay

Financial cap at the association

On Monday, DFB President Bernd Neuendorf did not want to let his hand be seen when it came to the presentation of managing director Andreas Rettig when it came to the search for a new national coach. Julian Nagelsmann is still considered the top candidate. However, it seems anything but certain that the 36-year-old will ultimately receive the position to lift up German football before the home European Championship in 2024.

Again “Kicker” According to reports, the first exploratory talks have taken place between the association and the coach who was fired from FC Bayern last March. With the result that Nagelsmann hesitated. The salary gap, which the DFB, which is in financial difficulties, apparently cannot close, is proving to be problematic. Bayern would forego a transfer fee for their coach, who was once hired for 25 million euros. However, according to the magazine, there are differences when it comes to the question of salary

With the Munich team, Nagelsmann should be entitled to 7 million euros per year until the end of his contract in 2026, while the DFB is offering around 4 million euros. Also the “Picture” assumes this maximum amount that can be achieved for the new national coach. In order to resolve this discrepancy, Nagelsmann’s side is said to have approached FCB to discuss the possibility of an additional severance payment. With negative feedback. The German record champions are not ready for this.

Those responsible at Bayern are clear that they do not want to make any further financial concessions in addition to waiving a transfer fee. Ultimately, the negotiations between Nagelsmann and the DFB are not a problem for the top club, which is now coached by Thomas Tuchel. A successor is being sought for Hansi Flick, who has been released.

“We are a significant step further compared to after the game against France,” explained Neuendorf. “We (initially) wanted to answer fundamental questions, and that’s what happened.” The DFB boss didn’t want to give a “water level report,” nor did he want to say whether only one candidate was in focus or several. Rettig added on the topic: “Rudi Völler (sports director; editor) is in the lead in this process,” and the management is then more likely to be involved in the process when it comes to contractual issues. “Ultimately, this is about assessing professional competence,” says Rettig. “He’s superior to me in that respect.”

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