Michael Preetz
Footballer and manager with Hertha BSC
Born
August 17th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Played as a forward and had a significant career in German football. Achieved prominence while playing for Hertha BSC, where he spent the majority of his playing career. After retiring as a player, transitioned into management and took on multiple roles, including serving as the sporting director for Hertha BSC. Oversaw various strategic decisions regarding team composition and development during tenure in management and played a key role in the club's operational strategies.
Played for Hertha BSC from 1986 to 1999
Served as sporting director of Hertha BSC
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