Werder Bremen have parted ways with coach Ole Werner after he refused to sign a new deal, the Bundesliga club said on Tuesday. The 37-year-old's contract was due to run out in June 2026, but the northerners have opted to make a change now given an apparent breakdown in trust.

After guiding Werder Bremen to back-to-back top half finishes, Ole Werner has been dismissed by the club following his decision to opt against an extension of his contract beyond 2026.

Just one day after Ole Werner told Werder Bremen that he would not be extending his contract beyond 2026, the Bundesliga side have sacked the head coach with immediate effect. “We deeply regret Ole’s decision as we could have envisioned a long-term collaboration with him,