- Per Mertesacker will become the German Football Association’s new Managing Director of Sport on January 1.
- The 42-year-old 2014 World Cup winner will succeed Andreas Rettig.
- Mertesacker is moving into the DFB leadership role after six successful years as a ZDF television analyst.
Per Mertesacker to Become DFB Managing Director of Sport
Per Mertesacker is moving from television analysis into a senior leadership position in German football. After six successful years in front of the ZDF cameras, the former Germany international will officially take over as the German Football Association’s new Managing Director of Sport on January 1.
Mertesacker, 42, will succeed Andreas Rettig in the role. His appointment places the 2014 World Cup winner at the center of the DFB’s sporting administration, marking a transition from his prominent media work to an executive position within German football’s governing structure.
A New Role After Six Years at ZDF
Since joining ZDF’s television coverage, Mertesacker has established himself as a familiar voice for German football audiences. His move to the DFB ends that six-year period in front of the cameras and begins a new phase focused on the organization’s sporting leadership.
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The change will formally take effect on January 1, when Mertesacker assumes the responsibilities previously held by Andreas Rettig. The appointment also reunites his extensive football experience with the administrative work of the DFB, although the source provides no further details about his specific duties or priorities.
Why This Matters
Per Mertesacker’s move highlights a shift from football broadcasting to institutional leadership at the DFB. As a 2014 World Cup winner, Mertesacker brings a high-profile playing background to the Managing Director of Sport position. His succession of Andreas Rettig will make him a key figure in the DFB’s sporting structure from January 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Per Mertesacker begin his new DFB role?
Per Mertesacker will officially become the DFB’s Managing Director of Sport on January 1.
Who will Per Mertesacker succeed?
He will succeed Andreas Rettig as the DFB’s Managing Director of Sport.
What has Per Mertesacker been doing before joining the DFB?
Mertesacker spent six years working in front of the ZDF television cameras before moving into the DFB leadership role.
