VfL Wolfsburg have officially dismissed head coach Paul Simonis following a string of poor results in the Bundesliga. The final blow came after a 1–2 defeat to Werder Bremen, marking the Wolves’ sixth loss in their last seven league fixtures.

Under-19 coach Daniel Baier has been appointed as interim manager while the club searches for a permanent replacement. The decision underscores the growing frustration within the club after a disappointing start to the season.

Simonis, a Dutch tactician, lasted less than six months in charge. He began his tenure on a positive note with an away win over Heidenheim, but that early success quickly faded as Wolfsburg’s form spiraled downward.