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5.10.2022Bayer 04

Farewell to Leverkusen

Gerardo Seoane's time as head coach at Bayer 04 ends after almost one and a half years. The Swiss coach led the Werkself to third place in the Bundesliga last season and comfortably secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League.
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Gerardo Seoane: "It hurts and I'm sad because I very much liked working here. I'm very grateful to the management for the opportunity they gave me here at Leverkusen. Thanks to to the fans who always – even in difficult times – gave us great support. I want my team to use this parting and get back to winning ways as soon as possible. I'm proud that we stuck together right to the end."

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