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Feyenoord back previously under-fire manager Priske after Bayern win

Feyenoord manager Brian Priske after the Champions League game against Bayern Munich
Feyenoord manager Brian Priske after the Champions League game against Bayern MunichOrange Pictures, Orange Pics BV / Alamy / Profimedia
Feyenoord have officially made the decision to keep Danish manager Brian Priske (47) onboard, the club confirmed Thursday evening.

47-year-old Priske was under scrutiny after disappointing performances left Feyenoord nine points adrift of the Champions League spots in the Dutch Eredivisie.

Danish media reported on Wednesday that Priske would get fired no matter the outcome of the Champions League game against Bayern Munich. Feyenoord ended up winning the game 3-0 and the result kept him alive, as confirmed by technical director Dennis te Kloese.

"While I do not want to make a habit of responding to stories and rumors, I would like to confirm that Brian is the manager of Feyenoord," said Te Kloese.

"Today, after the special night against Bayern, we spoke at length and further refined our vision.

Feyenoord technical director Dennis te Kloese (L) talking to manager Brian Priske
Feyenoord technical director Dennis te Kloese (L) talking to manager Brian PriskeOrange Pictures, Orange Pics BV / Alamy / Profimedia

"What we see together is that there are many things that are incredibly positive and going well. Consider, for example, the impressive performance in the Champions League, which further strengthens and values not only the team but also our players.

"In addition, we are proud of the advancement and development of our young talents, who are also playing an increasingly important role in the team.”

'Not good enough'

Feyenoord's win against Bayern Munich all but secured Feyenoord's spot in the next round of the Champions League. A result in and against Lille could even propel the club into the round-of-16.

"The performance in the premier league and thus the ranking is obviously not good enough," Te Kloese continued.

Feyenoord's recent form
Feyenoord's recent formFlashscore

"With a shared ambition and focus, we will continue to build on our game and improve our performance.

“At Feyenoord we believe in the power of working together, in which players, staff and organization operate as one. After all, that is the basis of our success.”

Brian Priske is under contract at Feyenoord through 2027. The Dane arrived last summer as the successor to Arne Slot after his departure to current Premier League leaders Liverpool.