Barnsley Reappoint Daniel Stendel as Head Coach Ahead of 2026-27 Season

Barnsley Football Club reappoints Daniel Stendel as Head Coach in 2026, signing him to a two-year contract.

Barnsley Reappoint Head Coach Daniel Stendel Barnsley have made a move to reappoint Daniel Stendel as their head coach on a two-year contract. The 52-year-old German has taken on the role following Conor Hourihane's decision to step down after the season concluded with a 15th-place finish in League One. Stendel's initial stint at Barnsley ended in October 2019 after he was let go due to a poor start to the following season. ## Daniel Stendel's Previous Experience Prior to his return to Barnsley, Stendel led the team to promotion from the third tier in 2019 with a record-breaking 91 points. He subsequently held positions as head coach of Hearts and Nancy, a French club, before becoming the boss of Hanover 96's second team in Germany. ## Chairman's Statement on Daniel Stendel's Return Chairman Neerav Parekh stated that Stendel's return is centered around achieving results on the pitch and re-establishing the club's identity. Parekh emphasized that during Stendel's initial tenure, the team was characterized by high-intensity football, a strong belief in young players, and a connection with the fans that allowed supporters to fully connect with the team. ## Club's Goals Under Daniel Stendel The chairman expressed the club's desire to re-establish the connection between the fans, the town, and the football club. Parekh stated that the goal is to create a Barnsley side that plays with energy, bravery, and pride. He highlighted the accomplishments of the team during Stendel's first spell, citing outstanding performances, an unbeaten home league campaign, and the development of young players who went on to achieve great things in the sport.