Middlesbrough Football Club has officially appointed Kim Hellberg from Hammarby as their new head coach. This decision follows the departure of Rob Edwards, who left the club just 14 matches into his spell at the Riverside.
Kimm Hellberg: The New Head Coach at Middlesbrough
Kim Hellberg, previously the manager at Hammarby IF, enjoyed significant success in Sweden. Under his leadership, Hammarby achieved back-to-back second-place finishes in the Allsvenskan, Sweden’s premier football league.
Career Background
- Hellberg started his coaching career in the Swedish lower divisions.
- His first positions were with Kuddby IF and IF Sylvia.
- In 2020, he joined IFK Norrköping’s staff.
- He had a successful tenure as head coach at IFK Värnamo before moving to Hammarby.
With a year remaining on his contract at Hammarby, Hellberg has chosen to take on this new challenge at Middlesbrough. He expressed enthusiasm for the club’s style of play and the support from the fans.
Plans and Support Staff
Hellberg will be joined by his assistant David Selini. Additionally, existing staff member Viveash will remain in the team’s backroom setup to support the transition.
“A lot of things make Boro the perfect choice for me,” Hellberg stated. His vision aligns with the club’s aspirations, fostering hope for a successful future at Middlesbrough.
