Bristol City Set to Appoint Gerhard Struber as Manager
According to reports from One Football, Bristol City are on the verge of appointing Gerhard Struber as their new manager, ahead of alternative candidate Rob Edwards. The Robins, who finished sixth in the Championship last season, are looking to bounce back after losing in their play-off semi-final to Sheffield United and subsequently parting ways with manager Liam Manning, who joined Norwich City.
Struber, an Austrian manager with a growing reputation in English football, is set to take the helm at Ashton Gate. His first job in English football was with Barnsley, where he played a crucial role in helping the Tykes avoid relegation in the 2019/20 season. As quoted by One Football, "Struber’s experience in English football, particularly with Barnsley, will undoubtedly be an asset to Bristol City."
After leaving Barnsley, Struber went on to manage New York Red Bulls and Red Bull Salzburg, before joining 1. FC Köln for the 2024/25 season. During his tenure with Köln, Struber helped the team earn promotion to the Bundesliga, but his departure came as a surprise when he was sacked with two games left to play, with his team second in the league. As One Football reports, "Despite his success with Köln, Struber’s sacking was a shock to many, but it may have paved the way for him to join Bristol City."
Struber’s credentials are certainly impressive, and One Football understands that he has been identified as the top choice for the Bristol City job. His experience in the Bundesliga and his success with Köln will undoubtedly be an asset to the Robins. As the new manager, Struber will be tasked with improving on last season’s sixth-place finish and guiding the team to promotion.
One Football also reports that Struber’s appointment is set to be confirmed in the coming days, with the Austrian manager expected to put pen to paper on a deal that will see him take charge at Ashton Gate. The news will come as a boost to Bristol City fans, who have been eagerly awaiting the appointment of a new manager.
In the 2. Bundesliga, Struber’s departure from Köln ultimately did not affect the team’s promotion, as they went on to win the league under the guidance of Friedhelm Funkel. As quoted by One Football, a source close to the club has expressed optimism about Struber’s potential impact at Bristol City, saying, "Struber has the credentials and experience to succeed in English football, and we believe he can lead the Robins to success." With this appointment, Bristol City are hoping to build on their momentum and make a push for promotion next season.
As the news continues to unfold, One Football will provide further updates on Gerhard Struber’s appointment as Bristol City manager. For now, it appears that the Austrian manager is set to take the helm at Ashton Gate, and fans will be eagerly awaiting his confirmation and the impact he will have on the team.
Source: https://onefootball.com/fr/news/gerhard-struber-set-to-be-named-bristol-city-manager-41251767
