Kehl to HSV? Former president Marcell Jansen speaks out! | OneFootball

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·21 January 2026

Kehl to HSV? Former president Marcell Jansen speaks out!

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The speculation about a possible move of Sebastian Kehl to HSV does not stop. The BVB squad planner is being considered as the successor to Stefan Kuntz.

Now, Marcell Jansen, who will remain president of the Rothosen until June 2025 and is a prominent figure from HSV’s recent years, has publicly commented on the rumors.


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On Sky90, Jansen had quite appreciative words for Kehl and his work at BVB: “It also speaks for him that he has been at BVB for so long and is doing a good job there. And that in a very complex environment.”

Jansen further explained: “He would also have a traditional club at HSV. But I think it’s not a topic for now. If at all, then for the summer.”

Hamann certain: Kehl would listen to an HSV offer!

Kehl himself had clearly dampened the rumors after the last-minute win over FC St. Pauli (3:2) and emphasized his connection to Borussia Dortmund. “My focus is on this club. I am trying to fulfill my task during this transfer period as well as possible. I think I don’t need to stress what this club means to me. I have been here for over 24 years,” he explained in a DAZN interview.

However, the speculation was further fueled by TV expert Dietmar Hamann. “He should be interested. If Hamburg is seriously interested and he can really become boss and CEO there, then he will definitely listen to it,” speculated the 52-year-old.

According to Sport1 information, however, there has not yet been any direct contact between the two parties. That’s not surprising: According to consistent media reports, HSV does not want to rush anything in its search for a new sporting director. With their leadership duo of sporting director Claus Costa and financial expert Eric Huwer, currently the sole board member, the northern Germans feel well equipped for the tasks ahead.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.

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