In-demand Hoeness extends deal as Stuttgart coach

Reportedly courted by RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund and sized up by Bayer Leverkusen as a possible replacement for Xabi Alonso should he leave the club, Hoeness had also reportedly attracted interest from abroad. Saturday's announcement however means the 42-year-old is set to stay at the club he dragged from relegation candidates to Champions League participants in the space of a season. "I am pleased about the extension because I am convinced we can still achieve a lot together," Hoeness said in a statement.