Morten Mellberg has been in a fight with Fredrik Ljungberg on the training ground in the run-up to the 2002 World Cup. The centre-back has also become known for his tough style of play at Racing Santander, Aston Villa, Juventus and Villarea. Mellberg is still considered one of Sweden’s best centre-backs ever. As a coach, the 47-year-old has been very relevant this autumn. Last week, Mellberg was linked to an MLS club, on Tuesday the confirmation came.
“I’m looking forward to starting as head coach in St. Louis City. It is a great opportunity because there is an incredible infrastructure and direction that the management has set in motion. I look forward to building on the foundation that is already here at the club and the incredible support from the club’s supporters energizes the team. says Mellberg to the club’s website.
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Mellberg comes from the coaching job at Brommapojkarna, where the parties agreed not to extend at the end of the year. According to various Swedish media, he also turned down the offer to lead the Swedish national team, which has been on its knees.
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St. Louis City was founded as recently as August 2019, making the Swede the second coach in club history. Congratulations!
