# Hamburger SV coaching contract extension

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hamburger-sv-coaching-contract-extension
> Updated: 2026-09-18T04:22:06.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Hamburger SV has moved to secure the long-term future of head coach Merlin Polzin and his technical staff despite a difficult start to the Bundesliga season.

Initially, the club expressed its intention to extend Polzin’s contract, with Sport Director Kathleen Krüger stating that the club and coach were “fundamentally in agreement” following an introductory process. This period was marked by significant on-pitch struggles, including a 0-5 loss to Mainz and a 2-0 defeat to RB Leipzig, leaving the team at the bottom of the league.

Following these developments, the club officially announced long-term contract extensions for Polzin and his staff, including Loic Favé, Richard Krohn, and Max Bergmann. While the exact duration was not officially disclosed, reports suggest the agreements run until June 2029. Krüger emphasized that the decision was based on expertise and dedication, noting that the partnership does not imply sporting results are secondary.

## Claims

- Hamburger SV has extended the contract of head coach Merlin Polzin. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The contract extensions also apply to Loic Favé, Richard Krohn, and Max Bergmann. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The new contracts are reported to be valid until June 2029. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The club currently sits at the bottom of the Bundesliga table. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The team has zero points and a goal difference of 0:12 after three matches. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Sport director Kathleen Krüger stated that trust does not mean results are secondary. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The club suffered 0:5 defeats against FSV Mainz 05 and RB Leipzig. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Polzin described the commitment as a sign of trust and a responsibility to improve the club. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Hamburger SV extends Merlin Polzin's contract despite poor start

Hamburger SV has extended the contracts of head coach Merlin Polzin and his staff through 2029, despite the club currently sitting at the bottom of the Bundesliga with zero points.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hamburger-sv-extends-merlin-polzins-contract-despite-poor-start

### 2026-09-11: Hamburger SV seeks to extend coach Merlin Polzin's contract

Hamburger SV aims to extend coach Merlin Polzin's contract amid a difficult season that includes a 0-5 loss to Mainz and a 2-0 defeat against RB Leipzig.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fbio-vieira-poised-for-starting-role-at-hamburger-sv

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