Dagbladet Insights on Denmark's Handball Coach Controversy
Speculations Surrounding Coaching Changes
In December, Thorir Hergeirsson's tenure as Norway's handball coach will come to a close. This announcement, made by Hergeirsson on Tuesday, has sent ripples through the handball community. Erik Langerud, the General Secretary of the Handball Federation, stated that the search for Hergeirsson's successor will commence immediately.
Denmark's Coaching Influence
- Concerns Arise from Experts
- Speculation on Jesper Jensen's Potential Move
- Strong Ties to Norwegian Players
Johnny Wojciech Kokborg, a handball commentator, expresses fears about Jensen potentially becoming a target for Norwegian officials. His comments emphasize the strong tactical prowess Jensen brings to the table, urging the Norwegian federation to seek him out despite the ongoing discussions being purely speculative.
Candidates for Successor
- Tonje Larsen (Assistant Coach)
- Joar Gjerde (Recruit Coach)
- Ole Erevik (Viaplay Handball Expert)
- Steffen Stegavik (Sola Coach)
- Ole Gustav Gjekstad (Odense Chief)
Insider discussions within the federation highlight potential candidates such as Tonje Larsen and Joar Gjerde. Viaplay's expert Ole Erevik proposes additional names, including Gjekstad, who led Vipers to consecutive Champions League victories. However, the path to succeeding Hergeirsson is expected to be grueling, as anticipated results will weigh heavily on the new coach.
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