Theo Gebre Selassie, a former professional football player, has taken on a new role at his former club, Slovan Liberec. After retiring from professional football at the age of 36, Gebre Selassie will now be involved in the club’s operations as part of the coaching staff and working closely with the sports director.
Gebre Selassie’s return to Slovan Liberec was seen as an opportunity for him to utilize his extensive experience not only as a player but also in contributing to the overall functioning of the club. Pavel Marek, the club’s director, expressed his belief that Gebre Selassie’s wealth of experience will be an asset to the team.
The decision to involve Gebre Selassie in the club’s operations comes at the right time, according to Marek. When Gebre Selassie returned to Liberec from Bremen, it was anticipated that his experience could be beneficial to Slovan Liberec. Marek stated that they are gaining a reinforcement who will help with the functioning of their sports department.
Gebre Selassie began his football career in Velké Meziříčí and also played for Jihlava and Prague Slavia. He won two league titles (2008 and 2009) with Slavia Prague and another with Liberec in 2012. The majority of his career was spent at Werder Bremen, where he played from 2012 to 2021 before returning to Slovan Liberec two years ago.
In the Czech league, Gebre Selassie made 154 appearances and scored nine goals. He also represented the Czech national team, earning 54 caps and scoring three goals.
Gebre Selassie’s new role at Slovan Liberec is highly anticipated, and he expressed his excitement about the opportunity. He hopes to contribute to the club’s success and make a positive impact in his new position. With his experience from playing in the Bundesliga, Gebre Selassie aims to use his knowledge and skills to benefit the team.
Overall, Gebre Selassie’s transition from a player to a staff member at Slovan Liberec is seen as a positive move for both him and the club. His extensive experience and dedication to the sport make him a valuable asset in his new role.
