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Julian Nagelsmann
When questioned back in 2017 about the chances of him replacing the then Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti his response was classic, "Carlo Ancelotti's won more titles than I've got underwear or polo shirts in my cupboard." A classic yet humble response from the classy 31-year-old Hoffenheim coach. When other's would instantly jump on board and disrespect their current clubs, Nagelsmann showed his humility and respect towards one of football's most decorated and coveted coach.
At 31 years of age Nagelsmann has faced some of Europe's top coaches and stood his ground. Since his appointment in February, 2016 it's been nothing but success for Naggelsmann guiding Hoffenheim into safety in his inaugural season, 1 point from relegation, then leading them to a 4th place finish in the 2016/17 season and a 3rd place finish in the 2017/18 season. In the process he's achieved Champions League football with 1899 Hoffenheim something never achieved before in the Wirsol Rhein-Neckar-Arena.
What makes Nagelsmann's tenure so remarkable is he's seen important players in his system depart the club and still achieve continued success with Hoffenheim. Sandro Wagner, Sebastian Rudy, Jeremy Toljan, Kevin Volland and Roberto Firmino have all left Hoffenheim, yet their absent has not been greatly missed. Nagelsmann has demonstrated an astute eye in the transfer market having seen; Andrej Kramaric, Kerem Demirbay, Sandro Wagner, Kasim Adams and Joelinthon all achieve success during his tenure.
He's already been awarded the Germany Football Manager of the year in 2017 and a move to RB Leipzig is already in the books following the conclusion of this season. With his tactical mind and astute eye to detail, his successful tenure with Hoffenheim will surely prove no fluke.
