Michael Preetz

Footballer and manager with Hertha BSC

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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