The Argentine coach left Mallorca and joined the German club with an ambitious vision of intense and attractive football, as officially announced on June 22, 2026
Martín Demichelis has officially become the new coach of RB Leipzig. The Argentine coach leaves his stint at Mallorca and joins the Bundesliga team with the aim of bringing his international experience both as a player and as a coach.
The German club highlighted that this hiring represents a great opportunity due to Demichelis's extensive career across different continents. The coach's global perspective is seen as a key asset to continue driving the team's growth.
Marcel Schäfer, the general director of Sport at RB Leipzig, expressed his confidence in the new coach. According to him, Demichelis combines a clear playing philosophy with high intensity and professionalism, which will allow for significant boosts to the squad.
“We are convinced that he will give our team important boosts,” Schäfer stated, emphasizing the club's ambition to continue developing at the highest level.
Demichelis' presentation at RB Leipzig
The first words from the Argentine coach
Demichelis expressed excitement after discussions with the management. He highlighted the club's sporting vision, its ambition, and the talented squad that convinced him to take on the challenge.
“RB Leipzig is an ambitious club with a clear idea,” said the coach, who arrives with respect for the previous work done at the team. His intention is to build on what exists and continue on the path of excellence.
The Argentine coach outlined his playing philosophy: he wants a team that proposes brave, intense, and attractive football. He seeks for his players to take responsibility and instill passion in the people of Leipzig, something that has already generated expectations among the fans.
This move marks a new chapter in Demichelis's career, which has accumulated experience in Europe, South America, and North America. Mallorca, for its part, confirmed his departure after a period in which they did not achieve the expected results.
An important step in the Bundesliga
RB Leipzig is betting heavily on Demichelis to remain competitive in the German league and in European competitions. The arrival of the Argentine comes at a crucial time for the club, which seeks to consolidate its position among the giants of Germany.
With this hiring, the team renews its commitment to coaches with an international profile and the ability to develop young talents. Demichelis, known for his tactical rigor, arrives with the mission of enhancing a squad that already includes high-level players.
