Explosive revelation: former boss tried to bring Wagner to HSV! | OneFootball

Despite limited professional experience, Sandro Wagner is already one of the most dazzling coaching personalities in the Bundesliga. A few years ago, HSV also sought him out.

When HSV competes in Augsburg this weekend, the primary focus will be on securing crucial points in the battle for survival. After all, the 15th from the Fugger city faces the 13th from the Hanseatic city. However, aside from the sporting relevance, a highly intriguing personnel story from the past is drawing attention.

While Sandro Wagner is currently being talked about mainly due to the tense situation at FCA, the Hamburger Abendblatt has now revealed a surprising report: The current Bundesliga coach almost ended up at the Volkspark one day!

According to the report, former sports director Jonas Boldt wanted to bring Wagner to HSV several years ago. Specifically, it was about the position of head coach for the U19 team. At that time, the former striker was still working as a youth coach at SpVgg Unterhaching and was just beginning his coaching career. Boldt recognized his potential early on and was eager to integrate him into the HSV youth setup.

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Wagner: From Unterhaching and the DFB team to Augsburg

But things turned out differently: Wagner pursued a clear career plan, declined HSV, and chose the head coach position in Unterhaching. From there, his path led him to the DFB in 2023. He first worked with the U20 team, then as an assistant coach to Julian Nagelsmann in the national team. It was a steep rise that makes the former HSV approach quite understandable.

In the late autumn of 2025, however, Wagner finds himself in a complicated sporting situation. After a failed start to the season, FCA is currently at the bottom of the Bundesliga table. The Bavarian Swabians urgently need points.

Meanwhile, HSV approaches the direct duel relatively relaxed. With an away win, the Rothosen could pull five points ahead of their opponent. Conversely, this also means: If Augsburg defeats the northern German newcomer, both teams will swap positions in the table.

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