Werder say farewell to Moisander and Gebre Selassie
Werder Bremen have confirmed that Niklas Moisander and Theodor Gebre Selassie will leave following the club's relegation to the 2. Bundesliga.
Niklas Moisander and Theodor Gebre Selassie will both be departing relegated Bundesliga side Werder Bremen, having spent five and nine seasons at the club, respectively.
"We would have liked to have wished them both farewell under different circumstances, but unfortunately this has not come to pass," said Werder Bremen sporting director Frank Baumann.
"We would like to thank Niklas and especially Theo for their commitment and passion over the last few years. We wish them all the best for their futures."
Moisander, who has served as club captain since 2019, commented:
"Saturday was the worst moment of my career. We're so sorry for the club, the fans, and the whole city. Of course, I had imagined my departure differently. I spent five years here, most of which were very enjoyable. I would like to wish everyone at Werder all the best and hope that the club is promoted back to the Bundesliga as quickly as possible. Werder Bremen belongs in the top tier. It's a great club and I'm very proud to have been a part of it, and especially to have been allowed the opportunity to lead the team out as captain for the last two seasons."
Gebre Selassie said:
"I don't have any words. I feel empty. It hurts an unbelievable amount. I was hoping to bid farewell under much different circumstances. Werder is a huge club and will return to the Bundesliga. Despite the sadness I feel at the moment, I continue to be proud of that. I felt at home in Bremen from the moment I arrived here and never felt the need to change clubs. Werder will always be in my heart."