Willem II sets direction in search for Stegeman successor: 'Not the plan'

Willem II will seek a permanent replacement for sacked manager John Stegeman rather than promote interim Danny Schenkel, despite his UEFA PRO qualification.

John Stegeman was dismissed following Willem II's poor start to their Eredivisie season after promotion. Technical director Freek Heerkens confirmed the club will conduct a broader search for a new manager rather than extend interim boss Danny Schenkel's temporary role, despite Schenkel recently completing his UEFA PRO coaching badge. Heerkens acknowledged the club also lost assistant Pascal Diender and wants to rebuild the coaching staff comprehensively. Willem II face SC Cambuur at home on Saturday in a crucial fixture.