Werder Bremen's goalkeeper coach Christian Vander has been in office since autumn 2014 and has experienced ten different head and interim coaches.

What's happening at Werder?

The 45-year-old is indispensable to the Bundesliga club and plays a crucial role in shaping the new goalkeeper lineup.

Why is Vander so important?

His expertise is very important for sports director Clemens Fritz. Vander had already spoken out in February for Karl Hein as the new regular goalkeeper.

What's next?

Werder is looking for a replacement goalkeeper for Hein and has already held talks with Florian Kastenmeier. The shortlist for the new goalkeeper was largely shaped by Vander. | Player | Position | Contract | | --- | --- | --- | | Karl Hein | Goalkeeper | until 2028 | | Markus Kolke | Goalkeeper | until 2028 |

How important is Vander's role?

Clemens Fritz emphasizes that Vander as a goalkeeper coach has a very high standard for himself and the players. His approach to the players is open, analytical, critical, but always constructive.