Michael Wimmer resigns as Motherwell manager
Michael Wimmer has resigned as Motherwell manager.
The German boss has decided to step down after just 12 matches in charge at Fir Park.
A club statement confirmed: "We can confirm that Michael Wimmer has departed the club to become Manager of German side, SSV Jahn Regensburg.
"After the final match of the 2024/25 season, Wimmer travelled back home to Germany. He reached out to the Chairman and Chief Executive of the club to inform them that he would like to remain in Germany to take up a position as Manager of 3. Liga side, SSV Jahn Regensburg.
"Wimmer explained the reasons for wishing to accept the new role were predominately due to major family issues that have recently arisen in Germany.
"Following extensive conversations with Michael, the Club very reluctantly negotiated a compensation package with SSV Jahn Regensburg."
Michael Wimmer added : “I want to thank the Board and all the staff at the club for the way they welcomed me to Scotland and also supported me so much from when I arrived in February.They have done everything to support myself and my family during my time here”.
“This has been an ongoing extremely difficult position that I have found myself in and the club have done all they could to support during these challenging times whilst in post and while I have been back in Germany”
"I am sorry to all the Motherwell fans, the support you have shown me has been outstanding, and I have loved learning about this wonderful club. This decision was an extremely hard one for me to make; however, I have decided to move back home as I need to put my family first and be with them and I want to thank the board for the understanding shown through these challenging times”
“I hope the club can continue to progress next season. I really enjoyed the time I spent in Scotland. There are great people at the club who are ambitious and want the best for the club going forward I only wish everyone at Motherwell FC, the very best for the future”
"The Club wishes Michael and his family the best going forward.
"The Club will now start the process of recruiting a new manager with immediate effect.
"The Club will be making no further comment at this time."
The German took over in mid-February, replacing Stuart Kettlewell, who also resigned from hist post Fir Park.
The 44-year-old guided the club to safety and was planning his squad for next season.
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