VfL Wolfsburg is replacing its managing directors: as of July 1, Jens Klingfurt will take over finances. The 56-year-old has already worked for Volkswagen in several positions.

What happens to Meeske and Schumacher?

Meeske and Schumacher are leaving the club. Meeske was with VfL for eight years, Schumacher will take on a different leadership role at VW.

Why is this important for VfL Wolfsburg?

VfL Wolfsburg is currently 16th in the Bundesliga, 60 points behind Bayern München.

What comes next?

VfL Wolfsburg is looking for a new person in charge of sales, marketing, and fan service. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 16th | | Points | 29 | | Goals | 45:69 (-24) | | Last result | SC Paderborn 07 2-1 VfL Wolfsburg (2026-05-25) |

Current situation

VfL Wolfsburg has achieved 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in its last 5 games. The new leadership is supposed to lead the club out of its current crisis.