Why I rejected Manchester United and Chelsea manager jobs – Sebastian Hoeness | Sporting News

In a surprising revelation, Stuttgart manager Sebastian Hoeness has shared why he turned down offers from two of the biggest clubs in football.

Both Manchester United and Chelsea reportedly approached the Bundesliga boss during their searches for new managers ahead of the 2024-25 season.

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Why Sebastian Hoeness stayed at Stuttgart

Sebastian Hoeness has been making waves in German football. Last season, he guided Stuttgart to a stunning second-place finish in the Bundesliga, outpacing Bayern Munich and trailing only Bayer Leverkusen.

His achievements didn’t go unnoticed, catching the eye of Premier League heavyweights like Manchester United and Chelsea.

Despite the interest, Hoeness chose to stay loyal to Stuttgart. Speaking to Bild, the 42-year-old explained his decision:

“I noticed that there was interest from various clubs,” he began. “That wasn’t entirely surprising after the season we played.

“But I had decided to stay in Stuttgart a few months earlier. That’s why I didn’t have a single conversation.”

After revealing that he had pre-determined not to accept any offers to switch jobs, Hoeness emphasized his commitment to building something meaningful at Stuttgart, stating it was clear to him that his work with the team wasn’t finished.

When asked if he had any regrets about turning down such high-profile opportunities, he confidently responded, “No.”

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The aftermath for Man United and Chelsea

Both United and Chelsea had turbulent summers. United eventually stuck with Erik ten Hag but dismissed him earlier this month after a poor start to the season. They have since hired Ruben Amorim, who is set to lead the team in his first match this weekend.

Chelsea, on the other hand, parted ways with Mauricio Pochettino and have been searching for stability under new leadership of Enzo Maresca.

Missing out on Hoeness highlights the challenges both clubs face in finding long-term managerial solutions.

For Hoeness, the decision to stay in Germany reflects his belief in the potential of Stuttgart and his determination to build on the progress they’ve made.