Leeds United look set to appoint former Borussia Dortmund coach Rene Maric as Jesse Marsch’s assistant, according to The Athletic. Searches for a number two at Elland Road have been ongoing following the departure of Frankie Schiemer, who moved into a consultancy role, and Maric looks set to become Marsch's right-hand man.
The 29-year-old has been at Borussia Monchengladbach and Borrusia Dortmund with Marco Rose. Previously, Maric has spoken about his coaching philosophy.
He places emphasis on understanding his players inside out. Having an idea of each player's strengths and weaknesses gives him an idea as to if they will fit into a certain system. "The starting point has to be the players, because if you don't understand the player and his possibilities, his capabilities and also some tension, what he wants to do, what he wants to play; then you will have a problem as a coach," said Maric on Between The Lines with Melissa Reddy.
