Former RB Leipzig coach Ole Werner rejects Al-Ahli
Ole Werner decided against taking the helm at Al-Ahli.
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BILD reported Ole Werner rejected Al-Ahli’s approach as the Saudi Pro League saw him as one of the top candidates to replace Newcastle United-bound Matthias Jaissle. The report added the Asian Champions League winner will now move on to other top candidates.
The 38-year-old was relieved of his duties at RB Leipzig even after securing the return of the club to Champions League football in his debut season. With Al-Ahli urgently looking for a replacement, Werner decided on Tuesday against taking a first role outside Germany.
Jaissle is expected to be announced as Newcastle United’s head coach as he was even spotted in their training camp. The German won back-to-back Asian Champions League titles with the Saudi club.
