Jérôme Boateng has joined Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor as an assistant coach, supporting newly appointed manager Thomas Reis, according to a report by SPORT1.
Trabzonspor Coaching Staff Addition
The 2014 World Cup winner officially stepped into his new coaching role on Monday evening, confirming the appointment through social media. Boateng stated that he feels grateful, proud, and happy to join the coaching staff at Trabzonspor, expressing his enthusiasm for learning from Thomas Reis and his team while passing on his own playing experience to the squad.
“Ich bin sehr dankbar, stolz und glücklich, Teil des Trainerstabs bei Trabzonspor zu sein. Jeden Tag die Gelegenheit zu haben, von Thomas Reis und seinem Team zu lernen, meine eigenen Erfahrungen weiterzugeben und mit den Spielern auf und neben dem Platz zusammenzuarbeiten, bedeutet mir sehr viel,” Boateng wrote on Instagram.
Transition from Playing Career to Coaching
The 38-year-old central defender officially ended his active career in September 2025. His final stint as a player was with Austrian Bundesliga side Linzer ASK, though he parted ways with the club after dissolving his contract in August 2025.
During an exclusive interview with SPORT1 earlier in 2025, Boateng signaled his intention to move into coaching once he hung up his boots. At the time, he noted that he wanted to pass on the knowledge accumulated from years of playing under various managers, while exploring whether his long-term path lay as an assistant, a head coach, or in youth development.
Reis Takes Over at Trabzonspor
Boateng arrives at Trabzonspor alongside Thomas Reis, who took over the managerial reins following the dismissal of Fatih Tekke. The club opted for a change in leadership following a slow start to the domestic campaign. Reis previously managed German clubs VfL Bochum and FC Schalke 04.
The new coaching staff made an immediate impact over the weekend, guiding Trabzonspor to a 4-0 victory against Galatasaray Istanbul. That match featured a standout performance from high-profile forward Mohamed Salah, who netted three goals against a Galatasaray side that included former Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Jérôme Boateng officially retire as a player? Boateng ended his active playing career in September 2025, shortly after parting ways with Austrian club Linzer ASK in August 2025.
Who is the head coach at Trabzonspor? Thomas Reis manages the Turkish club, having taken over after the departure of Fatih Tekke.
Which prominent player is currently on the Trabzonspor roster? Mohamed Salah plays for Trabzonspor and recently scored a hat-trick in a 4-0 win over Galatasaray.
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