BRIGHTON, England (AP) — Brighton coach Fabian Hürzeler has signed a two-year contract extension until the 2028-29 season. premier league The club announced on Thursday.
Hürzeler, 33, reportedly has bayer leverkusenleading Brighton into contention for European qualification. The Seagulls sit eighth in the table ahead of Saturday’s game against Wolverhampton.
“This season he built on the foundation he laid in his first season when he led us to a great eighth place.” Chairman Tony Bloom said the team in a statement. “During his time as head coach, the team has shown resilience, intensity and control. With three games remaining, we are pushing for a strong finish.
Bloom added: “Fabian’s philosophy and approach are in line with our values as a club and we are delighted to have agreed this new contract extension, which reflects our commitment to our shared long-term vision.”
Texas-born Hürzeler became the youngest permanent manager in Premier League history. Joins Brighton in June 2024 After leading St. Pauli to promotion to the German First Division.
Hürzeler’s contract was scheduled to expire after next season. Brighton described Thursday’s deal as a “new three-year deal”.
“I absolutely love working at this club and living in this city, and I’m delighted to have agreed to a new contract,” said Hürzeler. “I am honored to receive such a long-term commitment from the club, which further strengthens my desire to succeed in achieving our shared long-term vision.”
Born in the United States, Mr. Hürzeler returned to Europe with his family at the age of two and grew up in the Munich area.
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