Mislintat set to leave Fortuna Düsseldorf after relegation to third tier
Sven Mislintat is set to leave Fortuna Düsseldorf after just six months in his role as managing director for sport. His departure follows the club's relegation from the 2. Bundesliga, which was deemed disappointing. Former Arminia Bielefeld sporting director Samir Arabi is expected to take over the position.
- ▪Sven Mislintat was appointed managing director for sport at Fortuna Düsseldorf six months ago.
- ▪The club has been relegated from the 2. Bundesliga, prompting Mislintat's departure.
- ▪Samir Arabi, the former sporting director of Arminia Bielefeld, is likely to succeed Mislintat.
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