Oliver Ruhnert, the 52-year-old manager of Union Berlin, is making a switch to the political party BSW led by Sahra Wagenknecht. The move was confirmed on Saturday, with Ruhnert submitting a membership application to join the party. Wagenknecht expressed her delight at having Ruhnert on board, citing his expertise in leading teams to success in the Bundesliga.
Ruhnert, who has served as the Managing Director of Professional Football at Union Berlin since 2018, will step down from his current role to return to his roots as the club’s Chief Scout. This move will allow him more freedom to engage in political activities. Despite his shift to the BSW party, Ruhnert’s commitment to working with Union Berlin remains unwavering.
Having found the demands of his role at Union Berlin taxing, Ruhnert desired to take a step back and reduce his public profile and responsibilities. It will be interesting to see the role he assumes in the newly-formed BSW party and whether he will play a significant role in shaping its future. Amidst his evolving career path, Ruhnert remains dedicated to his work with Union Berlin, expressing his passion for various aspects of his professional and political life.
