Who will remain as managing director of sport at Hoffenheim?

Andreas Schicker will remain as the managing director of sport at Hoffenheim.

What was the outcome of the power struggle at Hoffenheim?

The power struggle at Hoffenheim concluded with Andreas Schicker retaining his position and interim chairman Christoph Henssler stepping down.

Who intervened to resolve the power struggle at Hoffenheim?

Majority shareholder Dietmar Hopp intervened to support Andreas Schicker, resolving the power struggle.

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Hoffenheim Power Struggle Resolved: Schicker Stays, Chair Steps Down

10 Feb

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Summary

Andreas Schicker will remain as managing director of sport at Hoffenheim.
Shareholder Dietmar Hopp intervened to support Schicker, preventing his demotion.
Interim chairman Christoph Henssler has stepped down from his role.

Hoffenheim Power Struggle Resolved: Schicker Stays, Chair Steps Down

The managing director of sport at Hoffenheim, Andreas Schicker, has secured his position at the club following a recent power struggle. The conflict, which had been simmering, appeared to lead to Schicker's demotion at the request of interim chairman Christoph Henssler.

However, majority shareholder Dietmar Hopp intervened to support Schicker. Hopp's decisive action prevented the shareholder's meeting where the demotion would have been formalized. This intervention has led to Henssler stepping down from his role.

With this internal dispute now resolved, Hoffenheim can shift its focus towards its objective of qualifying for the Champions League. The departure of Schicker could have potentially led to head coach Christian Ilzer following suit due to their prior collaboration.