HSV extension before the season starts? Merlin Polzin hopes so | OneFootball

There is absolutely no doubt that Merlin Polzin is expected to remain HSV coach beyond the summer of 2027.

After promotion to the Bundesliga and the confident survival that followed, the 35-year-old enjoys an excellent standing at Volkspark. Polzin has now once again spoken in more detail about the issue of a contract extension, making it clear that he wants clarity soon.

In an interview with Sport Bild, the HSV coach was asked about his contract, which runs until 2027. How important would a quick decision be before the Bundesliga opener against Borussia Dortmund (Saturday, 6:30 p.m.)? Polzin initially responded diplomatically, but made his leanings clear. “We’re generally relaxed,” he said, referring to the ongoing talks with board members Kathleen Krüger, Eric Huwer and sporting director Claus Costa.

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His answer became even more interesting when asked whether an extension before the start of the season would be helpful. “No ‘but’! I believe it’s always helpful when the team and everyone at HSV know what the future looks like and what the club wants to stand for,” Polzin explained. That is why the goal is to have the matter “clarified promptly.”

HSV coach Polzin also speaks about Vieira

Almost everything suggests that the issue is less about “if” than “when.” Polzin repeatedly emphasized the close and trusting cooperation with the club’s decision-makers. At the same time, he is driven by a clearly defined mission. “It’s very important to me to leave the club in a much better position than the one we found it in,” said the coach.

In addition to the topic of a contract extension, Polzin also commented on sporting matters. He praised his new captain Nicolai Remberg as the “perfect leader” and described Fabio Vieira as an “outstanding player” who is enormously important for HSV. So far, however, negotiations with Arsenal FC have not produced any decisive progress. There is still time for that until deadline day next Tuesday.

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