Manager Danny Rohl leaves Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday have announced the departure of manager Danny Rohl, throwing the club’s preparations for the new season into disarray.

The German became the youngest boss in the Football League when he took on his first managerial role in October 2023, at a time when Wednesday seemed destined for relegation from the Sky Bet Championship.

Rohl, a former assistant of the German national team as well as Southampton and Bayern Munich, turned around a sinking ship and last season led the club to a respectable 12th place in the second tier.

However, with less than a fortnight to go until the start of the new Championship campaign, the Owls, who travel to Leicester on August 10, have revealed the 36-year-old has left his position.

Mutual consent

“Sheffield Wednesday can confirm the departure of manager Danny Rohl by mutual consent,” a club statement said.

The club have also confirmed that coaches Sascha Lense, Chris Powell, Neil Thompson and Sal Bibbo have all left as well.

In a post via Instagram, Rohl added: “A very special time is coming to an end and I am incredibly grateful for the experiences we shared over 21 unforgettable months together.

“This summer has been difficult and, in the end, the club and I came to the mutual decision to part ways.

“I understand the different thoughts and reactions to everything that has been going on during these past few months.

“I am extremely grateful to have had this opportunity.

“Even during the difficult moments and setbacks, I have always continued to feel the support from everyone.”

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