Brondby Hires Former Premier League Manager Steve Cooper

Steve Cooper joins Brondby

Brondby has appointed Steve Cooper as their new head coach, bringing Premier League experience to the Danish club. Read more about Cooper's appointment.

Brondby has swiftly appointed Steve Cooper, a seasoned coach with Premier League experience, as...

Brondby has parted ways with coach Frederik Birk due to the team's underwhelming performance. According to football director Benjamin Schmedes, despite Birk's exceptional skills and dedication, the team's development, stability, and overall performance haven't met the club's expectations.

Schmedes emphasized that the decision to let Birk go stems from the team's inability to meet the desired standards. Birk's departure comes after a mixed season, where Brondby showed promise with a 4-0 win over Vinkingur but ultimately fell short in their European league campaign, losing to Strasbourg.

Brondby has swiftly appointed Steve Cooper, a seasoned coach with Premier League experience, as Birk's replacement. Cooper, who previously managed Nottingham Forest and Leicester City, has signed a contract until 2028. According to Schmedes, Cooper's leadership and expertise can elevate the team to a new level and instill a winning culture at Brondby Stadium.

Steve Cooper bliver ny cheftræner for Brøndby IF.

Den 45-årige, walisiske cheftræner kommer til Vestegnen med et CV, der tæller klubber som Nottingham Forest, Swansea City og senest Leicester City.

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— Brøndby IF (@BrondbyIF) September 9, 2025

Brøndby IF has made a significant move by appointing Steve Cooper as their new head coach, effective immediately. Cooper, a 45-year-old Welshman, joins the Danish Superliga club on a three-year contract until 2028, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his previous roles at Nottingham Forest and Leicester City.

Cooper's Background:

Nottingham Forest: Cooper led the club to promotion to the Premier League in 2022 and kept them in the top flight the following season.

Leicester City: He had a brief stint with the Foxes, overseeing 15 games before being let go.

Swansea City: Cooper guided the team to a Championship playoff final in 2020 and won the playoff final in 2021 with Nottingham Forest.

What to Expect:

Tactical Approach: Cooper's teams typically employ a high-pressing system, aiming to win the ball back quickly and create swift attacking opportunities.

Player Development: He's known for his ability to build strong team cohesion and develop young players, which aligns with Brøndby's philosophy.

European Ambitions: Cooper's ultimate goal will be to consistently challenge for European qualification and potentially make inroads into European competitions.

Brøndby's Current Situation:

• League Standing: The team currently sits fourth in the Danish Superliga, four points behind league leaders FC Copenhagen.
• Upcoming Match: Cooper's first match in charge will be a high-stakes home derby against FC Copenhagen.