Marco Rose has signed a new contract at RB Leipzig which will further his stay at the Red Bull Arena until at least 2026.
Rose joined the German side in 2022 and his current deal was due to end at the expiration of the 2024/25 season.
However, Marco Rose has extended his deal with the side by a further year, much to the delight of RB Leipzig fans.
The 47-year-old was born in Leipzig, Germany and he led the Red Bulls to the DFB-POKAL in the 2022/23 season.
Subsequently, Rose also guided the club to win the German Supercup at the start of the 2023/24 season, defeating Bayern Munich by 3-0 at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
RB Leipzig ended the 2023/24 season in 4th position, securing Champions League football for next season.
These certainly have been a major reason why the Leipzig-based club have opted to continue their relationship with Marco Rose.
Speaking about penning a new deal with RB Leipzig, Rose expressed that he is happy continuing his stay in Munich, whilst also pointing towards his affinity with the city.
Marco Rose Comments After Penning New Deal With RB Leipzig
Marco Rose said: “I’m happy that we’re continuing together. I’m from here and feel at home in the city and the region.
“It’s a lot of fun with my boys, with the staff, with all the employees in the club, and of course with our fans.”
The former Borussia Dortmund boss also spoke on the growth being witnessed at the club and the subsequent desire for both parties to continue their ties.
He said: “Since I was able to start at RB Leipzig, we have defended the DFB Cup together and won the Supercup.
“The club is working in the background to put together a strong team again. We feel that there’s more to it and we always want more. We are ambitious, we remain ambitious and we look forward together.”
When Did Marco Rose Become Manager Of RB Leipzig?
Rose was appointed boss of RB Leipzig on September 8, 2022, and he has taken charge of 86 matches; winning 53 games, drawing 14, and losing 19.
Marco Rose
Marcos Rose also played active football before retiring and subsequently venturing into coaching, playing for teams like Hannover 96, FSV Mainz 05, and FC Lokomotive Leipzig.
Rose was born on September 11, 1976, and he is a Christian, who joined the faith as an adult.
Marco Rose’s grandfather, Walter Rose, was also a footballer and he made one appearance for the German national team in 1937.
Marco Rose Partner
Rose is understood to be dating Nikola Pietzsch, a former professional handball player and she represented the national team of Germany playing 126 matches.
Nikola was born on December 11, 1974, and her father Joachim Pietzsch, and grandfather Werner Assmann were both professional handball players.
The German woman also has a brother named Alexander, who is also a professional handball player.
Marco Rose Daughter
Nikola Pietzsch and Marco Rose have a daughter together named Maria, who was born in Mainz.
Marco Rose Net Worth And Salary
Her net worth is unknown, but that of the RB Leipzig manager is said to be between the region of €10 million – €15 million.
According to reports, Marco Rose’s salary at RB Leipzig is about €4.5 million.