Former Bayern Munich coach Niko Kovač extends deal with Borussia Dortmund through 2029
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35-second read(Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Borussia Dortmund have rewarded Niko Kovač for his work in charge of the club by extending the head coach’s contract through June 30, 2029, per a release from the cl ub .
The eight-time German champions announced the agreement on Tuesday, securing the future of the 54-year-old Croatian as they look to build on the progress made under his leadership.
Kovač took over Dortmund in the spring of 2025, inheriting a team sitting in 11th pla ce in the Bundesliga standings. He helped engineer an impressive turnaround, guiding BVB to Champions League qualification on the final matchda y of the 2024–25 season before leading the club to a second-place finish last s eason.
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Borussia Dortmund have rewarded Niko Kovač for his work in charge of the club by extending the head coach’s contract through June 30, 2029, per a release from the club.
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