Swansea City managerial target Kim Hellberg is off Norwich City’s radar amid reports Hammarby has offered him new terms, according to reports Samuel Zeeman.
Swansea City have become the latest Championship side to make a managerial change. announcing Alan Sheehan’s departure on Tuesday afternoon. The decision comes as the Swans sit in 18th place, having won just one of their last seven league games.
Supporters called for change, especially after last Saturday’s 4-1 defeat to Ipswich Town. Notably, the club’s statement made no reference to an interim management team, indicating they intend to appoint a permanent successor soon.
Kim Hellberg is the favorite to take over but has been linked with championship rivals Norwich City. A new claim from Norwich City reporter Samuel Seamanhe is not eligible for the Canaries job.
Hellberg is in Britain to discuss terms with Swansea City after receiving permission from his current club Hammarby. However, last night he was reportedly offered a new deal by his current employers Anthony Joseph from Sky Sports.
Swansea City target Kim Hellberg is ready for a championship role
Swansea City manager Kim Hellberg is rumored to have started his coaching journey in the lower tiers of Swedish football before moving to become assistant manager of IF Norrköping in 2020. His work there quickly earned admiration and paved the way for his rise through the coaching ranks.
After two years at Norrköping, Hellberg took over at IFK Värnamo and impressed by taking the club to safety in the Swedish top flight. He left in December 2023 and was soon appointed as Hammarby’s permanent manager, replacing Marti Cifuentes following his move to QPR.
Despite missing out on the Swansea City role, Hellberg has not allowed the setback to disrupt his work at Hammarby. After finishing second in the Swedish top flight last season, his team is on track to secure second place again.
Hammarby also ventured into the Europa Conference League this year. However, their run came to an end after a defeat against Danish side Rosenberg in the play-off rounds.
Kim Hellberg’s stat ace Hammarby boss
Hellberg’s appointment could come soon and it is huge for Swansea City
All signs point to Swansea City will have a new boss for their return to action against Bristol City next Saturday. It is a crucial appointment and one that the club will hope can spark a much-needed revival in their campaign.
Swansea are one of many clubs to have dropped out of the Premier League over the past decade and become stuck in the Championship. It has now been eight years since they last played in the top flight.
The club’s progress has stalled significantly in recent seasons. Despite ending last year on a positive note and having a strong summer period, this campaign fell far short of expectations.
Hellberg could be the man to change things for the Swans. If he makes a good start, his team will once again be among the play-off hopefuls.
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