02.04.2025 17:10
It has been claimed that head coach Nuri Şahin experienced issues with some players during his time at Borussia Dortmund. Tensions arose between Şahin and several players, including national footballer Salih Özcan, during his tenure as both assistant coach and head coach. The German giant terminated the contract of the 36-year-old coach following poor results.
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The German press claimed that Nuri Şahin, whose tenure as head coach at Borussia Dortmund lasted only 27 matches, created unrest within the team due to issues he had with some players.
HIS RELATIONSHIP WITH PLAYERS DETERIORATED
According to a report by Sport Bild, the young coach experienced tensions with some players during his time as both an assistant coach and head coach.
HE HAD A VERBAL ARGUMENT WITH SALIH ÖZCAN
The report stated that while Nuri Şahin was an assistant coach, he drew the ire of both Youssoufa Moukoko and Salih Özcan by saying, "There’s no point in your extra training." It was also mentioned that a verbal argument occurred between Salih Özcan, who was very angry about these words, and Nuri Şahin.
GROSS AND KOBEL WERE ALSO UNHAPPY WITH NURI
On the other hand, it was claimed that the 36-year-old coach did not keep his promise to Pascal Gross regarding the starting eleven, and the player was noted to be uncomfortable as he was played as a right-back instead of his main position. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel was reported to be uncomfortable with Şahin placing too much responsibility on him in the build-up play.
NURI ŞAHİN'S DORTMUND STATISTICS
Nuri Şahin achieved 12 wins, 4 draws, and 11 losses in the 27 matches he managed Borussia Dortmund, maintaining an average of 1.48 points. Following this performance, he was dismissed on January 22, 2025, and Niko Kovac took over.
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