Thomas Reis becomes the new coach of Trabzonspor after Fatih
Thomas Reis has been appointed head coach of Trabzonspor, where he will work with stars such as Mohamed Salah, Fabinho and André Onana, following the resignation of Fatih Tekke.
Thomas Reis becomes the new coach of Trabzonspor after Fatih
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Why this is important
The appointment of Thomas Reis as head coach of Trabzonspor is an important step as the club is looking to recover after a heavy defeat in the Europa League. With stars like Mohamed Salah, Fabinho and André Onana in the squad, Trabzonspor hopes to improve their performance and aim for a more successful season in the Conference League.
Main point
- Thomas Reis becomes the new coach of Trabzonspor after Fatih.
- Thomas Reis has been appointed head coach of Trabzonspor, where he will work with stars such as Mohamed Salah, Fabinho and André Onana, following the resignation of Fatih Tekke.
- Salah krijgt nieuwe trainer in Trabzon na ontslagsoap voorganger.
Thomas Reis has officially been appointed head coach of Trabzonspor, one of the top clubs in Türkiye. This 52-year-old German coach will coach big stars such as Mohamed Salah, Fabinho and André Onana, prominent players in Trabzonspor's squad. The decision to appoint Reis comes after his predecessor Fatih Tekke resigned following a painful defeat in the Europa League play-off round, where Trabzonspor lost 0-4 to Hungarian team Ferencváros. This defeat forced Trabzonspor to play in the Conference League this season.
After the defeat, Tekke no longer had faith in his future with the team and decided to submit his resignation. However, Trabzonspor did not immediately accept his resignation. After a period of negotiations, the club finally agreed and began looking for a new coach. Reis was their last choice.
Reis is not a stranger to Turkish football, as he led the Samsunspor team from 2024 to early 2026. Before being appointed by Trabzonspor, he worked at Ludogorets Razgrad, but Trabzonspor quickly made an attractive offer, and Ludogorets agreed to let Reis leave. In the announcement from Ludogorets, they said that the time before upcoming international matches was also a factor in them agreeing with this decision, to have enough time to search for a new coach.
Reis expressed his excitement about working with top stars such as Salah, Fabinho and Onana. He shared: "Football is a field that is constantly changing and developing. When you receive an invitation from a big club like Trabzonspor - a club with a rich history and big ambitions - you cannot refuse. I did not hesitate to accept this invitation."
Facing a big challenge in their first match, Trabzonspor will face Galatasaray, the team leading the table, next Saturday. Currently, Trabzonspor is ranked ninth after five rounds with two defeats and two wins. After the match against Galatasaray, Reis will have time to get acquainted with the team and find the most suitable strategy for next season.
What happens next
Thomas Reis will start his job with Trabzonspor as the club prepares for its Conference League matches. He will need to quickly build an effective squad and tactics to optimize the potential of his star players, while also improving the team's morale after recent defeats.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Thomas Reis become coach of Trabzonspor?
Thomas Reis has officially been appointed head coach of Trabzonspor after Fatih Tekke resigned.
To which team did Trabzonspor lose in the Europa League play-off round?
Trabzonspor lost 0-4 to Hungarian team Ferencváros in the Europa League play-off round.
How does failure in the Europa League affect Trabzonspor?
This defeat forced Trabzonspor to play in the Conference League this season.
Who are the prominent stars in Trabzonspor's squad?
Prominent stars in Trabzonspor's squad include Mohamed Salah, Fabinho and André Onana.
What team did Thomas Reis coach before coming to Trabzonspor?
Before being appointed by Trabzonspor, Thomas Reis worked at Ludogorets Razgrad and led the Samsunspor team from 2024 to early 2026.
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