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Jörg Schmadtke has probably promised posts as the new sports director

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May 10, 2023

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Jörg Schmadtke is apparently the new sporting director of Liverpool FC. As transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports, he is said to have promised the Reds.

An agreement is therefore imminent. In the future, Schmadtke will take over squad planning and transfer strategy alongside coach Jürgen Klopp.

There had already been rumors last week about Schmadtke’s commitment to Liverpool FC. The Wolfsburg General reported a possible assumption of office on June 1st.

Schmadtke, who had worked as a manager at Alemannia Aachen, Hannover 96, 1. FC Köln and most recently at VfL Wolfsburg and had reached the European Cup with all clubs, retired into private life at the end of January.

The Reds are currently fighting to qualify for the Champions League. Meanwhile, Klopp’s side are fifth in the Premier League.

VfL Wolfsburg: All transfers by Jörg Schmadtke checked

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In the summer of 2018, Jörg Schmadtke became Managing Director Sport at VfL Wolfsburg. Since then he has brought numerous players to the Autostadt and brought the wolves back to their old strength. SPOX takes a close look at the Schmadtke transfers of the past three years.

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SEASON 2018/19: JEROME ROUSSILLON (left-back, came from Montpellier HSC for 5 million euros) – NOTE: 2.0

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He immediately became a regular player and enlivened the wing of the wolves with his speed and aggressiveness in duels. Played 85 games in three years and was involved in 14 goals. Olympique Lyon recently showed interest in the Frenchman.

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PAVAO PERVAN (goalkeeper, came from Linzer ASK for 500,000 euros) – NOTE: 3.0

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Came second behind Koen Casteels and was always there when needed. Teammate Schlager said of him: “Pavao has a great attitude. He pushes Koen to be so good.” Remained without conceding in five of 26 games.

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FELIX KLAUS (right winger, came from Hannover 96 for 3 million euros) – NOTE: 4.5

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Injured in the first season and missing 13 games, since then it has never been enough for more than one role as a wild card. Got a chance earlier this season but didn’t take it either. Was awarded to Düsseldorf.

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MARCEL TISSERAND (central defender, came from FC Ingolstadt for 7 million euros) – NOTE: 3.5

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Firmly signed by Schmadtke after a loan, Tisserand appeared in 53 competitive games for VfL, but had problems asserting himself against the strong competition in his position in the long term. Plays at Fenerbahce since 2020.

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WOUT WEGHORST (centre forward, came from AZ Alkmaar for 10.5 million euros) – NOTE: 1.0

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Jörg Schmadtke’s best transfer. After Divock Origi ended on loan, the wolves found their new top striker in Weghorst, who is now one of the best in Europe. Scored 60 goals in 113 games and set up 19 goals.

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DANIEL GINCZEK (centre forward, came from VfB Stuttgart for 14 million euros) – NOTE: 3.0

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Was looking for a new chance at VfL and got the trust of Bruno Labbadia before he injured his ankle. Since then he has had to struggle with injuries again and again, but he always made fit the wolves more dangerous.

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SEASON 2019/20: LUKAS NMECHA (centre forward, came on loan from Manchester City) – NOTE: 4.0

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Was not happy at VfL. In his six months in Wolfsburg he played 268 minutes and didn’t score. “For various reasons, things didn’t go as well for Lukas as we had all hoped,” said VfL sporting director Schäfer.

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PAULO OTAVIO (left defender, came from FC Ingolstadt for 1.1 million euros) – NOTE: 2.5

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Barely included in the squad in his first season and only got more playing time this season. In the meantime, the little Brazilian has established himself in the VfL starting eleven with his intense and strong-willed style of play.

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JOAO VICTOR (left wing, came from Linzer ASK for 3.5 million euros) – NOTE: 3.5

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In Wolfsburg they are still waiting for the breakthrough of the strong Brazilian. Came to Wolfsburg together with trainer Oliver Glasner from LASK, but so far has missed the desired danger. Scored eight goals in 65 games.

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KEVIN MBABU (right-back, came from BSC Young Boys for 9.2 million euros) – NOTE: 2.0

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Has now firmly established itself in the starting eleven of the wolves. Mbabu brings speed, tough duels and good offensive play into the game, the only weak point is the sometimes lack of consistency after strong games.

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MARIN PONGRACIC (central defender, came from RB Salzburg for 10 million euros) – NOTE: 3.5

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Pongracic came to Wolfsburg as a promising youngster, but still falls short of expectations. In addition, the Austrian always caused a stir next to the pitch. On a good day, however, it is still a serious alternative.

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XAVER SCHLAGER (central midfield, came from RB Salzburg for 15 million euros) – NOTE: 2.0

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After strong performances in Salzburg, Schlager also made it to Bundesliga level. Next to Maximilian Arnold he established himself in the eighth position and made the long absences of captain Guilavogui forgotten.

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SEASON 2020/21: MAXIMILIAN PHILIPP (Hanging point, on loan from Dinamo Moscow) – MARK: 4.0

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In Wolfsburg, too, Philipp has not yet been able to build on his successful time in Freiburg. In 19 games he scored two goals and was only given a joker role by Glasner. With Weghorst, the competition up front is admittedly very strong.

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MAXENCE LACROIX (central defender, came from FC Sochaux for 5 million euros) – NOTE: 1.0

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THE discovery of this season. Lacroix is an integral part of the Wolves’ defensive bulwark and one of the main reasons why VfL have conceded the fewest goals in the current Bundesliga season. Dortmund should be very interested.

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BARTOSZ BIALEK (center forward, came from Zaglebie Lubin for 5 million euros) – MARK: 2.5

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Has been used hesitantly in Wolfsburg so far, the Pole should develop calmly behind Weghorst. In his 20 appearances as a joker, he has already shown why he could become the next successful VfL striker.

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RIDLE BAKU (right defender, came from 1.FSV Mainz 05 for 10 million euros) – NOTE: 1.5

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A strong transfer for both sides. Baku was able to take the next step in Wolfsburg, while VfL got a dynamic youngster on the outside. He is now one of the most promising young German internationals.

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SEASON 2021/22: ASTER VRANCKX (central midfield, comes from KV Mechelen for 8 million euros) – unrated

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As early as December 2020, VfL secured the skills of the young Belgian, who will play in Wolfsburg from the coming season. Vranckx became a regular in Mechelen at the age of 17 and can be used variably in midfield.

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GONE THROUGH THE RAG: VICTOR OSIMHEN (center forward, from 2017 to 2018 in Wolfsburg, went on loan and in 2019 to RSC Charleroi for 3.5 million euros)

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The sale of Victor Osimhen, for whom VfL came a few years too early, will be viewed with tears in Wolfsburg’s eyes. He was involved in 24 goals in 38 games at OSC Lille and moved to Naples in the summer for 40 million euros.

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FELIX UDUOKHAI (central defender, from 2017 to 2019 in Wolfsburg, went on loan and in 2020 to FC Augsburg for 7 million euros)

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Felix Uduokhai’s breakthrough came only after leaving Wolfsburg. He is the undisputed regular player at FC Augsburg and has already been called up to the squad for the German national team three times.

Due to the more than mixed season, a major squad change is planned for the upcoming summer transfer window. Schmadtke would therefore play a key role in this.

Premier League: The table

Place	team	Sp.	Gates	differential	pt.
1.	Manchester City	34	89:31	58	82
2.	arsenal	35	83:39	44	81
3.	Newcastle United	34	61:29	32	65
4.	Manchester United	34	49:41	8th	63
5.	Liverpool	35	67:42	25	62
6.	Tottenham Hotspur	35	64:57	7	57
7.	Brighton & Hove Albion	33	63:45	18	55
8th.	AstonVilla	35	46:43	3	54
9.	Brentford	35	52:45	7	50
10	Fulham	35	50:49	1	48
11.	Chelsea	34	34:39	-5	42
12.	Crystal Palace	35	35:46	-11	40
13.	Wolverhampton Wanderers	35	30:50	-20	40
14	AFC Bournemouth	35	37:67	-30	39
15	West Ham United	35	38:50	-12	37
16	Nottingham Forest	35	34:65	-31	33
17	everton	35	32:53	-21	32
18	Leicester City	35	49:64	-15	30
19	LeedsUnited	35	44:69	-25	30
20	southampton	35	31:64	-33	24