Thorsten Fink

Football manager and former player

Thorsten Fink - Football manager and former player
Born

October 29th, 1967
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A former professional footballer turned manager, focused primarily on football coaching and management roles. Played as a midfielder primarily for FC Schalke 04 and Hamburger SV. Transitioned into management after retiring as a player, overseeing teams in the Bundesliga and Austrian leagues. Gained recognition for his tactical approach and player development during coaching stints.

Played for FC Schalke 04

Managed FC Augsburg and LASK Linz

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