Edin Terzic Steps Down From Borussia Dortmund Following Champions League Effort

Edin Terzic has resigned as the coach of Borussia Dortmund, the Bundesliga club confirmed in a statement on Thursday. Terzic departs after leading his side to the Champions League final, which they lost 2-0 to Real Madrid at Wembley earlier this month. The 41-year-old, who was in his second spell in charge of Dortmund, asked Die Schwarzgelben to terminate his contract, which was due to expire next year.

"Even though it really hurts, I want to inform you that I will leave BVB today. It was a huge honour to lead this club to a DFB Cup final and recently a Champions League final," Terzic said in a club statement. "After our final at Wembley, I asked the club bosses for a talk because I've been at BVB for over 10 years now, with five as a coach and two-and-a-half as head coach, and I have the feeling that our new beginning should also come with someone new on the touchline. After intense discussions, my feeling hasn't changed. I wish Borussia Dortmund all the best. It's not goodbye, but till next time."

Terzic leaves Borussia Dortmund after winning the DFB Cup with BVB in 2021, finishing runner-up in the 2023 championship, and reaching the 2024 Champions League final. The coach requested BVB to terminate his contract with immediate effect, and Borussia Dortmund agreed to the request.

The German had previously been interim boss for seven months in the 2020/21 season, guiding Dortmund to their fifth DFB-Pokal title. Terzic oversaw 96 competitive fixtures during his two seasons at the helm, having stepped into the role on a permanent basis before the 2022-23 campaign. He won 55 matches and averaged 1.93 points per game.

Edin Terzi leaves Borussia Dortmund. The coach, who won the DFB Cup with BVB in 2021, finished runner-up in the 2023 championship and reached the 2024 Champions League final, asked BVB to terminate his contract with immediate effect. Borussia Dortmund agreed to the request pic.twitter.com/WU3gV6s5VM

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Terzic's departure marks a significant change for Borussia Dortmund as they look for new leadership on the touchline. His tenure saw notable successes and consistent performances in both domestic and European competitions. The club will now focus on finding a successor who can build on Terzic's achievements and guide them forward.

As Borussia Dortmund prepares for this transition, fans and players alike will remember Terzic's contributions fondly. His decision to step down reflects his belief that fresh leadership is needed for the club's continued progress.