Hans-Joachim Watzke

Hans-Joachim Watzke is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Borussia Dortmund (BVB), a major German football club. He has held a leadership position at the club for many years. Watzke is currently newsworthy due to a significant restructuring occurring within BVB, including the departure of sporting director Sebastian Kehl and the appointment of Nils-Ole Book as a new Kaderplaner (squad planner). This change signals a desire to return to a more innovative and attractive style of play, reminiscent of the club's successful period around 2011-2012. The articles suggest that further changes within the club's leadership, such as the potential departure of co-Geschäftsführer (co-CEO) Ricken, may be forthcoming. Watzke's role is central to these changes, as he appears to be the driving force behind the new direction the club is taking.