VfL Wolfsburg coach Dieter Hecking was visibly upset after his team’s 0-0 draw against Borussia Mönchengladbach, and not just because of the result.
«Not these f***ing questions about the future,» the 61-year-old shouted in the direction of journalists who were questioning Dzenan Pejcinovic about potential transfer rumors as he walked past.
Hecking elaborated on his feelings at the subsequent press conference. «What bothers me a little – I want to mention this briefly because I just overheard it as I was walking by: In the current situation, after a game like this, asking about the future of our players is not okay with me. I don’t think it’s good if my players are constantly confronted with such topics,» Hecking stated.
«Scheiß Fragen»: Hecking annoyed by questions about the future
Pejcinovic himself responded confidently to the inquiry, deflecting speculation.
«That’s not an issue for me at all right now. I still have three games to play with Wolfsburg, we want to stay in the league – and then everything will be decided,» said the forward.
Following the goalless draw, Wolfsburg remains in a relegation spot.
English Translation and Paraphrased Text:
«Damn Questions»: Dieter Hecking Snaps at Journalists in Passing
Following VfL Wolfsburg’s goalless draw against Borussia Mönchengladbach, coach Dieter Hecking displayed clear annoyance, extending beyond the match’s outcome.
As reporters questioned Dzenan Pejcinovic regarding potential transfer speculation, Hecking, aged 61, was overheard exclaiming, «Don’t ask such damn questions about the future,» as he walked past.
During the ensuing press conference, Hecking further expressed his displeasure. «Something that irritates me slightly – and I wish to briefly mention it as I overheard it in passing: In our current situation, after a match like this, inquiring about the future of our players is, in my opinion, inappropriate. I find it unsatisfactory when my players are consistently exposed to such matters,» Hecking commented.
Pejcinovic, in response to the questions, handled the situation with poise and avoided engaging in speculation.
«That’s not a concern for me whatsoever at the moment. I have three more matches to complete with Wolfsburg, and our aim is to avoid relegation. After that, all decisions will be made,» the attacker commented.
With this draw, Wolfsburg continues to occupy a position within the relegation zone.