Frankfurt faces exodus: veteran görner set to depart, kleinhenz steps in

The Frankfurt football scene is bracing for a shift as Tim Görner, a fixture at the FSV for over four years, prepares to exit the Bornheimer Hang this summer. A quiet departure, perhaps, but one that signals a clear strategic move by the club’s leadership.

A season of transition for the regionalliga south west

Görner, holding a professional license and previously linked with a move at the end of the 2025/26 season, officially confirmed his departure in March. Since then, the club has been actively seeking a replacement – a process that’s now yielded a new face: Victor Kleinhenz. This isn’t a flashy appointment, but a pragmatic one, considering the club’s ambitions within the Regionalliga South West.

Kleinhenz’s recent history is equally noteworthy. He guided 1. FC Schweinfurt to promotion to the 3. Liga last year, a significant achievement. However, a mid-February managerial change, orchestrated by the arrival of former US international Jermaine Jones, brought his tenure in Schweinfurt to an abrupt end. The details surrounding his release remain somewhat opaque, though sources suggest a mutual agreement.

Now, after a period without a club, Kleinhenz inherits the reins at the Bornheimer Hang. It’s a chance to rebuild, to channel that promotion-winning experience into sustained success. He’ll be stepping into a team facing a demanding regional league schedule, and the immediate pressure will be on to deliver consistent results.

Looking ahead

Further details regarding Kleinhenz’s contract and future plans are expected to be released shortly. The FSV’s management are keen to emphasize a clear vision for the coming season, a vision that will undoubtedly hinge on the performance of their new head coach. This move marks a significant turning point for Frankfurt, and the football community will be watching closely to see how Kleinhenz’s leadership unfolds.