Gladbach's sporting director under pressure: Schröder's future hinges on Blessin's success

At Borussia Mönchengladbach, in addition to Alexander Blessin, Rouven Schröder could also come under increased scrutiny, because the sporting director has already made several coaching decisions within a year and now needs sporting success.

Decisions of the Sporting Director

Schröder initially promoted Eugen Polanski from interim coach to head coach, retained him after the season and eventually let him go before Blessin was hired. This chain of personnel changes highlights the sporting director’s active role last season.

Current Situation and Possible Consequences

After a poor start without points, Gladbach sits at the bottom of the table, and Blessin is expected to stabilise the team and lift it out of the relegation zone. According to the Rheinische Post, Schröder’s further future at Borussia Mönchengladbach is closely linked to Blessin’s development.

Even early defeats under Blessin would not automatically lead to personnel consequences for Schröder. What matters is the sporting development the team shows in the coming weeks and months.

Planning for the winter transfer window also plays a role, as a short‑term change of the sporting director would be difficult, since a new manager would have little time to prepare for the winter market.

Therefore, an immediate departure of Schröder within this calendar year is not expected as long as the issue of sporting success remains the priority.